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On the recordMarch 10, 2009
I commend the President and stand firmly behind him for having the courage to address socioeconomic issues.
Said by
Bobby Scott
Democratic · Virginia

Editor's note · Context

Scott praises the President's focus on socioeconomic issues affecting lower-income families.

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