A Quote by Tom Harkin

It's been years, but I still say that I went out with the same progressive values and liberal ideals that I went in with. I made a couple of mistakes, I will honestly admit. In retrospect, there are a few votes I wish I could take back. But, through it all, I kept my support for organized labor, I kept my support for income equality, I kept my support for making sure that kids that come from poor families have access to education. So, yes, I still believe that you don't have to give up your ideals and go along. One person can still stand up and make a difference.

Tom Harkin

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Tom Harkin
American - Politician
Born: November 19, 1939

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Ann Brashares

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Shia LaBeouf

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Rajon Rondo

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Missy Robertson

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John F. Kerry

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Leonard Peltier

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