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Patty Murray: “I know that a strong, sustained investment in Head Start is the only way that this program can continue to be effective.”

On the recordJune 2, 2009
I know that a strong, sustained investment in Head Start is the only way that this program can continue to be effective.
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Patty Murray
Democratic · Washington

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Patty Murray emphasizes the need for consistent funding for Head Start programs.

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