Political Quotes

On the recordFebruary 12, 2013
A child showing up for Job Corps is in a different set of challenges than their age group peer.
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Sheldon Whitehouse
Democratic · Rhode Island

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Senator Whitehouse highlights the unique challenges faced by children in Job Corps.

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