On the recordOctober 16, 2019
The American people demanded that their representatives in Washington fight for them and for what affects their lives on a day-to-day basis.
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congress.govThe American people demanded that their representatives in Washington fight for them and for what affects their lives on a day-to-day basis.
Cummings emphasized the need for representatives to advocate for the people's daily concerns.
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