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Deb Haaland: “It makes me very happy that we're able to have a presence. It’s not just a slogan. It matters that people feel…”

On the recordNovember 9, 2026
It makes me very happy that we're able to have a presence. It’s not just a slogan. It matters that people feel represented.
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Deb Haaland
Democratic · New Mexico
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Reflecting on support from Native voters and women in politics.

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