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“The biggest challenge is to convince a woman that it's not her fault. My daughter is 25; my stepdaughter is 22. As a mother, I want them to know that if a boyfriend is abusive, you cannot ignore it ?- 'Oh, he's been drinking,' or 'He had a bad day.' There is no excuse for a man hitting a woman. Ever.”

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Debbie Stabenow

Debbie Stabenow is an American politician who has served as a United States Senator from Michigan since 2001. Born on April 29, 1950, she is a member of the Democratic Party and has been a leading voice on agricultural issues during her tenure. Stabenow has been instrumental in shaping national policy related to agriculture and nutrition, serving as the chair of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. more

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