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On the recordJuly 7, 2020
Containing and preventing the further spread of the coronavirus is essential to protecting our economy.
Said by
Maxine Waters
Democratic · California

Editor's note · Context

Emphasizes the importance of controlling COVID-19 for economic stability.

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