Ilhan Omar actually said...

I always say we have to feed the bellies before we can feed the brains, and as a country that has the resources, we should prioritize our children, their well-being, their development, their health, and their ability to get an education to get ahead.

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Emphasizes the importance of prioritizing children's nutrition for their education and development.

06/22/2022

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