“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 21, 2016
This vision of violence and chaos everywhere doesn't really jive with the experience of most people.
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Barack Obama
Democratic · Illinois
Source
transcripts.cnn.com

Editor's note · Context

President Obama responds to Donald Trump's portrayal of the country, emphasizing a more positive reality.

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