“Preferential treatment for the rich and well-connected has no place in the college admissions process.”
“No more excuses: As soon as Democrats hold a trifecta, protecting voting rights must be at the top of the agenda.”
“Every Tuesday, Vice Mayor Talamantes and I are responsible for overseeing and ensuring transparent, accessible, and open Council meetings.”
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On the recordMarch 21, 2023
It is clear that for too long, the rail industry has been raking in profits and putting safety on the sidelines.
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Ed Markey
Democratic · Massachusetts
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Markey criticizes the rail industry's focus on profits over safety.

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