Political Quotes

On the recordFebruary 14, 2022
What is important to know is that we need investments now to transition to alternative jobs, to alternative energy sources...
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Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez
Democratic · New York

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Emphasizes the need for federal investment in alternative energy and job transition.

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