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Troy Carter: “While I support trade and commerce, it cannot continue to be at the expense of the health of our communities.”

On the recordJuly 8, 2024
While I support trade and commerce, it cannot continue to be at the expense of the health of our communities.
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Troy Carter
Democratic · Louisiana

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Carter emphasizes the need for economic growth without compromising community health.

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