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Rashida Tlaib

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Rashida Tlaib is an American politician serving as the U.S. Representative for Michigan's 13th congressional district since January 3, 2019. A member of the Democratic Party, Tlaib is known for her progressive policies and advocacy for social justice. She is one of the first two Muslim women elected to Congress and has been a vocal advocate for issues such as affordable housing, environmental justice, and healthcare reform. Tlaib has also been involved in efforts to address systemic racism and economic inequality.

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Dec 5, 2019

I know from my district in Detroit and throughout the 11 other surrounding communities, for us, being the third poorest congressional district in the country, housing is critical, critical not only for economic stability, but also in…

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Dec 5, 2019

Today, I am representing the Congressional Progressive Caucus in our Special Order so that we can push forward on a number of agendas, especially on economic justice issues. I am really proud to join many of my colleagues today as we talk…

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Dec 4, 2019

The whole purpose of Dodd-Frank was so that we don't have another downturn, an economic recession that led to predatory practices by these big banks.

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Dec 4, 2019

As you know, my district is the third-poorest congressional district in the country, and the economic recession devastated my district.

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Dec 3, 2019

These are bankers... but they should be treated the same way as any criminal on the street.

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Dec 3, 2019

My district is the third-poorest congressional district. We are literally front-line communities for these payday lenders.

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Dec 3, 2019

We said we have to push back because it is increasing the cycle of poverty.

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Dec 3, 2019

Similarly, if nicotine salts were banned, would that help decrease youth use?

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Dec 3, 2019

Do you believe that if nicotine levels were capped at non-addictive or minimal-addictive levels that it would help decrease youth use?

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Dec 3, 2019

So yes or no. Do you believe that if nicotine levels were capped at non-addictive or minimal-addictive levels that it would help decrease youth use?

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Dec 3, 2019

All right. Thank you so much. I yield the rest of my time, Mr. Chair.

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