Political Quotes

On the recordMay 20, 2009
the 100-1 unequal treatment is not justified. Our laws should reflect the evidence of harm to society.
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Russell Waters
Democratic · California

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Waters argues against the 100-1 sentencing disparity for crack versus powder cocaine.

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