Political Quotes

On the recordFebruary 3, 2021
But healing also requires that we hold these individuals accountable who were the cruel masterminds behind these policies.
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Ayanna Pressley
Democratic · Massachusetts

Editor's note · Context

Pressley emphasizes the need for accountability for those responsible for family separation policies.

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