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- ↑ The Political Graveyard: DeGrow, Dan L.
- ↑ Senate Resolution 317 (2002): A resolution for the Honorable Dan L. DeGrow
- ↑ 2001–2002 Michigan Manual: State Senator Dan L. DeGrow
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