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“The gains we made in the United States that have made our country great have, in large part, been made over the opposition of major corporations. On nearly every issue, from fair labor standards, to the minimum wage, to environmental standards, to standards for a safe workplace, corporations have fought against them every step of the way.”

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Byron Dorgan, a former United States Senator, was born on May 14, 1942. He is known for his focus on agricultural, energy, and environmental issues during his political career. more

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