Political Quotes

On the recordAugust 28, 2020
Make it plain. We are in unprecedented, uncertain times. We are challenged by the state of the nation and the crisis we face. But the state of our movement, it is strong, and another world is possible. Yes, it is possible to legislate justice and accountability. People over profits. Joy over trauma. Freedom over fear. Yes, it is possible to write budgets that actually value black lives. If it feels unfamiliar, that's because it has never been done in America. We will meet the moment. We will work towards healing, justice, and collective liberation like our lives depend on it because they do. We will march on, clear in our conviction, rooted in our faith, grounded in our history, intentional as we build. Let me make it plain. Black lives matter.
Said by
Ayanna Pressley
Democratic · Massachusetts
Source
msnbc.com

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Rep. Ayanna Pressley emphasizes the importance of justice, accountability, and the value of Black lives in her speech.

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