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April 16, 2013 We are here today to talk about the budget for the Labor Department – an agency that carries out critical missions for working families, from job training to workplace safety. So it is unfortunate that we have seen so many budget cuts for this agency in recent years.
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April 11, 2013 Only by delivering quality education for all our citizens – from the earliest years to the college years –can we ensure freedom, equality, and social mobility; to make opportunity real for each and every American, and continue to lead the world to economic security and lasting prosperity.
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April 10, 2013 They also create a level playing field for businesses who want to treat their employees fairly and decently. Without government establishing and enforcing basic standards, employers would find themselves at a competitive disadvantage relative to those who seek to profit by endangering and cheating workers. We would have a race to the bottom.
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March 14, 2013 Social Security is the ultimate legislative expression of our nation's shared values. For over 75 years, it has tied generation to generation. It ensures that seniors have a secure retirement after decades of service to their communities. And it provides a safety net for those who can no longer work due to an accident or disability.
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