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The narrative that I’m not around is politically convenient, but not factual. Below is a small sample of the students I’ve met within the last 2 months. Some may not be aware of these events because although the media is invited, they seldom attend or cover—like The Gazette with my last two meetings with students in Cedar Rapids.
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Rep. Blum at Small Business Hearing on Rural Broadband
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"Iowa" on the Christmas tree in the Blue Room of the White House! As usual the Peoples House is stunning for the holidays.