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On the recordJune 26, 2012
I can guarantee you that the 4 million people who are now receiving TANF would storm the Capitol and demand welfare reform.
Said by
Gwen Moore
Democratic · Wisconsin

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Moore emphasizes the need for genuine welfare reform to support those in poverty.

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