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On the recordMarch 19, 2007
I would emphasize that the increase in crime across the country, and especially juvenile crime, really underscores the need for those programs.
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Arlen Specter
Democratic · Pennsylvania

Editor's note · Context

Highlighting the importance of job training and reentry programs due to rising crime rates.

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