“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 recordJuly 24, 2026
We can't let Donald Trump pretend that he's actually going to raise wages. But we’ve got to show that the Democratic Party, if we get power, is really willing to do it.
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Chris Murphy
Democratic · Connecticut
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Emphasizing the Democratic Party's commitment to wage increases.

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