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On the recordFebruary 7, 2019
It was created to protect against discrimination based on race, color, sex, disability, religion, familial status, and national origin. Wouldn't you agree?
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Cedric Richmond
Democratic · Louisiana

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Richmond emphasizes the DOJ's purpose in protecting civil rights.

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