Marco Poehner

teacher/farmer

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Teacher who specializes in bi-lingual education in Monterey, California; US-born, Colombia-reared, he operates small farms in South America (Democrat)

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Free trade is one issue responsible for the success of Donald Trump and Bernie Sanders — in their campaigns against the centrist establishments of both major political parties.

Who's Afraid of Free Trade?

Free trade is one issue responsible for the success of Donald Trump and Bernie Sanders — in their campaigns against the centrist establishments of both major political parties.

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