Political Quotes

On the recordFebruary 28, 2021
Across the country, people who are afraid of losing elections are using their power to steal elections from the people and that should not stand.
Said by
Stacey Abrams
Democratic · Georgia

Editor's note · Context

Abrams highlights the issue of voter suppression and the misuse of power by those fearing electoral defeat.

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