Political Quotes

On the recordNovember 18, 2024
We cannot turn the Agency into a political game. Instead, we must ensure FEMA and its workers have the resources, respect, and public confidence they need to continue their work.
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Ayanna Pressley
Democratic · Massachusetts

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Pressley emphasizes the need for FEMA to operate without political interference.

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