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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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Jul 27, 2022

While lead pipes and paint are well-known contributors to this mass poisoning of the American people, especially our children, leaded aviation fuel is not.

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Jul 27, 2022

I always think of water. I think of Flint. I think of my communities in Detroit as well as some Western Wayne communities that are impacted by lead-contaminated pipelines.

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Jul 27, 2022

I know one of our folks testified to this.

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Jul 26, 2022

But gun violence is a public health problem, and it requires public policy solutions.

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Jul 26, 2022

Loopholes, combined with the lack of accountability and unlawful, irresponsible, and negligent gun industry practices feed the black market.

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Jul 26, 2022

We have to be honest. We have a gun violence problem unlike any other industrialized country on Earth.

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Jul 26, 2022

These weapons are intended to be sold to civilians. So, the advertisement inherently would not target anyone other than civilians, just like the killer in Uvalde.

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Jul 26, 2022

These are not pictures and themes that suggest that the assault rifle is to be used for hunting or sport shooting.

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Jul 26, 2022

Despite manufacturers' role in supplying the black market, they face little accountability.

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Jul 26, 2022

This more guns, less crime frame isn't just wrong, it is dangerous.

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Jul 21, 2022

Today, I recognize the Liberian Association of Michigan as they gather to celebrate the 175th anniversary of Liberia's independence and the contributions of Liberian Americans to Michigan's 13th District Strong. Founded in 1971, the…

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