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“I continue to believe, and Trump has cleverly put fear on the ballot and fear in the eyes of folks, and my parents taught me that if you blow out your neighbor's candle, it doesn't make your candle shine any brighter.”

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Thomas Perez
Thomas Perez

Thomas Perez is the United States Secretary of Labor, born on October 7, 1961. He has extensive experience in American politics and labor, serving in various important positions. more

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