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“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 recordMay 10, 2023
It is critical to understand that the imprisonment of these more than 1,400 people is just the beginning of the story.
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Jim McGovern
Democratic · Massachusetts
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McGovern highlights the broader impact of political imprisonment in Hong Kong on society.

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