“Preferential treatment for the rich and well-connected has no place in the college admissions process.”
“No more excuses: As soon as Democrats hold a trifecta, protecting voting rights must be at the top of the agenda.”
“Every Tuesday, Vice Mayor Talamantes and I are responsible for overseeing and ensuring transparent, accessible, and open Council meetings.”
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On the recordJuly 10, 2018
It is more important than ever that State and local election officials are able to rely on assistance from the Department of Homeland Security.
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Bennie Thompson
Democratic · Mississippi
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Stressing the need for DHS support for election officials.

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