Statement of Debra L. Ness, President, National Partnership for Women & Families
by National Partnership Media Line | May 5, 2016 |
Statement of Debra L. Ness, President, National Partnership for Women & Families
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Our mission is to improve the lives of women and families by achieving equality for all women.
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