Political Quotes

On the recordMay 26, 2021
For there is always light, if only we were brave enough to see it. If only we're brave enough to be it.
Said by
Teresa Leger Fernandez
Democratic · New Mexico

Editor's note · Context

Leger Fernandez references Amanda Gorman's poem to emphasize inspiration and hope.

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