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I Make America Supporter Mike Rowe of Dirty Jobs Speaks to Congress About Importance of U.S. Manufacturing Jobs

By Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM)

Published: Thursday, May. 12, 2011 - 8:39 am

http://www.sacbee.com/2011/05/12/3622096/i-make-america-supporter-mike.html

MILWAUKEE, May 12, 2011 -- Mike Rowe Advocates for U.S. Manufacturing Competitiveness through Infrastructure Investment

MILWAUKEE, May 12, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Mike Rowe, host of the Discovery Channel's TV program Dirty Jobs with Mike Rowe, yesterday testified before the Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee's hearing on "Manufacturing Our Way to a Stronger Economy" in support of U.S. manufacturing jobs and the Association of Equipment Manufacturers' (AEM) I Make America campaign. In his testimony, Mr. Rowe described his experiences working with manufacturers and skilled laborers across America, his personal initiatives in support of jobs creation, and the importance of paved roads and reliable bridges.

In his written testimony, Mr. Rowe said, "I am ready, able, and eager to partner with the federal government to help reconnect our country to the importance of manufacturing and skilled labor."

In addition, he demonstrated his support of the I Make America campaign stating he was proud to join forces with AEM, "...for the launch of I Make America, a national grassroots campaign to promote U.S. manufacturing jobs through infrastructure investment and the passage of export agreements."

For Mr. Rowe's complete remarks and to view video of the hearing starting at minute: 68 click here.

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