Political Quotes

On the recordOctober 31, 2023
We know it hits poor people disproportionately, although it hits all people who are impacted.
Said by
Ed Markey
Democratic · Massachusetts

Editor's note · Context

Markey highlights the disproportionate impact of extreme weather on poor communities.

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