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On the recordMarch 25, 2009
Our Nation suffers when those who are talented, who have new ideas, and who want to work hard are denied the opportunity to compete because of their ethnic background, race, or gender.
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Jim Clyburn
Democratic · South Carolina

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Clyburn emphasizes the economic impact of discrimination on talented individuals.

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