Political Quotes

On the recordFebruary 1, 2022
I have been drinking this water from this well my entire life. The government hasn't helped me yet. Why should I think that they will help me now?
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Xochitl Torres Small
Democratic · New Mexico

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A resident's skepticism about government assistance for clean water in rural Alabama.

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