Political Quotes

On the recordApril 27, 2009
I hope today's hearing helps shed light on the continuing practices that prevent full equality in the workplace.
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Elijah Cummings
Democratic · Maryland

Editor's note · Context

Cummings emphasizes the importance of addressing workplace inequality on Equal Pay Day.

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