Political Quotes

On the recordFebruary 1, 2022
The reality is that the stigma starts with the rhetoric that comes out of this place, out of the Capitol.
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Jim McGovern
Democratic · Massachusetts

Editor's note · Context

McGovern addresses the stigma surrounding SNAP recipients and its roots in political rhetoric.

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