"We were told this war would be over in a matter of weeks, and that the Iraqis would be able to finance it with oil sales. We were promised it was not a mission of nation building."
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Sherrod Brown, born on November 9, 1952, in Mansfield, Ohio, is a prominent American politician and member of the Democratic Party, serving as a U.S. Senator for Ohio since 2007. A staunch advocate for progressive policies, Brown has focused on economic justice, healthcare access, and workers' rights throughout his career. His voice resonates deeply within the fabric of Ohio's working-class communities, reflecting a commitment to championing the needs of everyday Americans. Brown’s legacy is marked by his unwavering dedication to social equity and economic reform.
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"If we're going to pass international trade agreements, as we should, they should have similar kind of rules, not as high a wage as obviously as a steelworker in the U.S. or in Lorain, Ohio, but certainly rules on the environment and worker safety. You go to Mexico, you don't see those kinds of worker protections or environmental safeguards."
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"The debate over Social Security should not be about how much we can cut from the program in order to balance the federal budget. The debate over Social Security should not be about raising the retirement age or limiting benefits. The debate over Social Security should be about retirement security."
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