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Betsy DeVos

Betsy DeVos

Betsy DeVos is an education activist and major Republican donor from Michigan. President-elect Donald Trump nominated her for the position of education secretary.

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Betsy DeVos
Betsy DeVos
stated on January 17, 2017 her Senate confirmation hearing
"I would imagine that there's probably a gun in the school (in Wapiti, Wyo.) to protect from potential grizzlies."
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By Lauren Carroll • January 18, 2017
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Facebook posts
Facebook posts
stated on July 7, 2020 an image
Lists eight wealthy politicians and public figures who “got millions (or close to it) in PPP loans.”
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By Daniel Funke • July 13, 2020
Mark Pocan
Mark Pocan
stated on January 11, 2017 a letter
Says Betsy DeVos and her family "have donated extensively to groups which promote the idea that students who identify as LGBT must undergo 'conversion' therapy."
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By Dave Umhoefer, Tom Kertscher • January 25, 2017
Bob Casey
Bob Casey
stated on January 17, 2017 a Senate confirmation hearing for Betsy DeVos.
"[The Foundation for Individual Rights] is the recipient of donations from [DeVos] totaling about 25,000 bucks over four years."
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By Anna Orso • January 19, 2017
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