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On the recordSeptember 19, 2022
As the Member of Congress representing Atlanta, where we unfortunately lead the nation in the racial wealth gap, and as a Black working mom, I know that starts with removing barriers to advancement for people who look like me.
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Nikema Williams
Democratic · Georgia

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Williams highlights the racial wealth gap and the need for removing barriers for advancement.

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