Political Quotes

On the recordMarch 21, 1963
Every effort should be made to broaden the base of citizen participation in national and local affairs through the voting process.
Said by
Joseph Kennedy
Democratic · Massachusetts

Editor's note · Context

Telegram to Governors of States Having Yet To Act on the Anti-Poll Tax Amendment.

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