Political Quotes

On the recordJune 8, 2022
We have to catch up to the rest of the world on this. It is just so important.
Said by
Ed Markey
Democratic · Massachusetts

Editor's note · Context

Markey emphasizes the urgency of addressing asbestos issues compared to global standards.

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