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“I sit in the Senate, and see what Republicans are often advocating, it's those kind of tax loopholes for the richest of the rich or, frankly, for corporations and giving incentives for them to move jobs and opportunity overseas.”

Quote by Cory Booker

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Cory Booker is a prominent American politician born on April 27, 1969. He is known for his commitment to community service and advocacy for social justice. He served as the mayor of Newark, New Jersey, and has continued his public service in the U.S. Senate, focusing on issues such as education, economic opportunity, and social justice. more

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