Political Quotes

On the recordJuly 12, 2023
Nobody should have to wait in line for hours to exercise that fundamental, constitutional right to vote.
Said by
Terri Sewell
Democratic · Alabama

Editor's note · Context

Sewell emphasizes the unfairness of long voting lines affecting voter turnout.

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