“Preferential treatment for the rich and well-connected has no place in the college admissions process.”
“No more excuses: As soon as Democrats hold a trifecta, protecting voting rights must be at the top of the agenda.”
“Every Tuesday, Vice Mayor Talamantes and I are responsible for overseeing and ensuring transparent, accessible, and open Council meetings.”
““After years of effort, my bill to cap insulin at $35 a month for everyone is one step closer to becoming law,””

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On the recordJune 20, 2012
The number of USERRA complaints and inquiries reported to the Employer Support of Guard and Reserve increased 164 percent between 2008 and 2010.
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John Garamendi
Democratic · California
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Editor's note · Context

Garamendi cites a significant rise in complaints regarding veteran reemployment rights.

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