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On the recordSeptember 14, 2009
represents the best of Congress. It shows what can be achieved when both sides come together to work in good faith to address a problem.
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Jim McDermott
Democratic · Washington

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McDermott praised bipartisan efforts in passing the Fostering Connections to Success Act.

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