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“America is still the land of opportunity for most, but it is not a land of opportunity for all. If we are to remain an exceptional nation, we must close this gap in opportunity.”

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Marco Rubio is an American politician who has served as a United States Senator from Florida since 2011. He is a member of the Republican Party and has been active in politics since his early twenties. Born on May 28, 1971, in Miami, Florida, Rubio has gained national recognition for his political career. more

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