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On the recordFebruary 27, 2013
I believe in the value of work. I voted for the 1996 welfare law because I supported moving people from welfare to work.
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Lloyd Doggett
Democratic · Texas

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Doggett emphasizes his support for welfare reform and the importance of work.

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