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Eric Swalwell: Everyone who purports to call themselves a leader must unequivocally condemn such calls to violence.

On the recordMay 14, 2024
Everyone who purports to call themselves a leader must unequivocally condemn such calls to violence.
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Eric Swalwell
Democratic · California

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Swalwell calls for leaders to denounce violence and discrimination.

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