Maxine Waters actually said...

"As systemic racism continues to impede full economic inclusion of diverse communities, OMWIs were created in part, as you all know, to prevent abusive practices."

"Systemic racism is a national crisis that impedes the full inclusion of diverse communities in our economy."

"Just as we held banks accountable at a February hearing, today we have assembled the Directors of the Offices of Minority and Women Inclusion."

"We recognize your limited authority, and have informed each of the agency directors that it is them that this committee will be holding first in line for accountabilities on diversity and inclusion pe..."