Political Quotes

On the recordNovember 16, 2021
Our example matters. There is meaning in our service. And as leaders in this country, when we incite violence with depictions against our colleagues, that trickles down into violence in this country.
Said by
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez
Democratic · New York
Source
msnbc.com

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Ocasio-Cortez emphasizes the importance of leadership and the consequences of inciting violence.

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