Political Quotes

On the recordNovember 9, 2009
We shouldn't put families in that bind. We should make sure that they stay home when they're sick.
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Patty Murray
Democratic · Washington

Editor's note · Context

Murray emphasizes the need for families to stay home when sick without financial loss.

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