Melissa Ratcliff: “I have experience being on the Village board in Cottage…”

“I used to work a third shift warehouse job while I went to school during the day to earn my paralegal certificate, which I've been. I was a paralegal at the same law firm for more than 24 years … I have experience being on the Village board in Cottage Grove. … unique perspective. I bring a combination of experience, determination, focus and willingness to roll up my sleeve to get the things done that need to be to the Senate.” (07:56–08:08)

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