G. K. Butterfield: “I can tell you, DOJ prevented many annexations that would have otherwise submerged African-American communities.”

Let me also just say to my colleagues that I had every intention of being with you today.

In conclusion, our democracy works best when every voter can make their voice heard.

Floridians deserve free and fair elections, not more restrictions on access to the ballot.

I say to the gentleman that I am prepared to close. Mr. Davis is my friend, and I want the world to know that. I reserve the balance of my time.