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James R. Thompson: “Given the rural nature of Montana and the additional challenges brought about by the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic…”

On the recordSeptember 9, 2020
Given the rural nature of Montana and the additional challenges brought about by the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, reverting the deadline back to September 30, 2020, will leave tens of thousands of Montanans uncounted and underrepresented at the Federal level.
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James R. Thompson
Pennsylvania

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John Thompson emphasizes the importance of a complete Census for Montana's representation.

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