Political Quotes

On the recordJune 7, 2022
Something has to change. Thoughts and prayers and calls for more gun control isn't enough.
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Rashida Tlaib
Democratic · Michigan

Editor's note · Context

Criticizing ineffective responses to gun violence and advocating for self-defense.

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