Political Quotes

On the recordMay 16, 2023
I really take offense at the characterization that somehow this is like forcing it upon consumers and the American economy.
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Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez
Democratic · New York

Editor's note · Context

Defending the transition to electrification against claims of coercion.

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