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On the recordSeptember 14, 2009
Our action last fall to improve the child welfare system represented a bipartisan, bicameral commitment to work together to significantly improve the lives of our most vulnerable children. But our work is not done.
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Jim McDermott
Democratic · Washington

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McDermott emphasizes the need for continued efforts in child welfare reform.

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