Political Quotes

On the recordSeptember 27, 2023
This is not how the United States of America should treat its own employees.
Said by
Rashida Tlaib
Democratic · Michigan

Editor's note · Context

Tlaib criticizes the treatment of federal employees during government shutdowns.

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