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On the recordApril 27, 2022
Communities across the U.S. share this reality, especially Black and Brown communities, which are disproportionately affected by gun violence.
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Robin Kelly
Democratic · Illinois

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Kelly highlights the impact of gun violence on marginalized communities.

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