Political Quotes

On the recordJune 7, 2022
Only in America do we consider arming teachers while failing to pay them a livable wage.
Said by
Ayanna Pressley
Democratic · Massachusetts

Editor's note · Context

Pressley criticizes the focus on arming teachers instead of supporting their wages.

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