I also want to give up power to the people and just thank those who have labored in love, foot soldiers who have organized and mobilized and raised your voices time and time again.
Ayanna Pressley: “I also want to give up power to the people and just thank those who have labored in love, foot soldiers who have…”
On the recordSeptember 18, 2019
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Pressley acknowledges grassroots efforts in advocating for rights.
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