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Nov 2021
7m 7s

Biden’s Infrastructure Sales Pitch

CNN
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Now that the bipartisan infrastructure bill is officially law, President Joe Biden and his administration are traveling around the country to sell its benefits to the American people. CNN Political Director David Chalian explains why these trips are important for Biden politically, especially with the ongoing social spending bill negotiations. First stop: Ne ... Show More
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