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G. K. Butterfield: “We should not erect more barriers for just some citizens. Americans who are eligible to vote should be able to register…”

On the recordMay 23, 2021
We should not erect more barriers for just some citizens. Americans who are eligible to vote should be able to register and cast their ballot without undue obstacles and burdens.
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G. K. Butterfield
Democratic · North Carolina

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Advocating for accessible voting without unnecessary barriers.

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