Political Quotes

On the recordJune 21, 2020
You know, it would be nice if sometimes they would listen to what Black people actually think and not know what is best for us all of the time.
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Jahana Hayes
Democratic · Connecticut

Editor's note · Context

Hayes emphasizes the importance of listening to Black voices.

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