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Cedric Richmond: “But thoughts and prayers aren't enough. We also need to demand more of the President and his administration in the face…”

On the recordApril 29, 2019
But thoughts and prayers aren't enough. We also need to demand more of the President and his administration in the face of the rising threat of white nationalism and anti-Semitism seriously.
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Cedric Richmond
Democratic · Louisiana

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Richmond emphasizes the need for action against rising threats rather than just thoughts and prayers.

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