Political Quotes

On the recordMay 11, 2022
It is important to hear the stories. It is important to hear all of your testimony as difficult as it may be testifying here.
Said by
Teresa Leger Fernandez
Democratic · New Mexico

Editor's note · Context

Emphasizing the importance of sharing personal stories during testimony.

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