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Grace Meng

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Grace Meng is a member of the United States House of Representatives, representing New York's 6th congressional district since 2013. A member of the Democratic Party, she made history as the first Asian American woman elected to Congress. Throughout her tenure, Meng has focused on various issues, including education, healthcare, and public media funding. She has been an advocate for local stations and has expressed concerns about the impact of federal funding cuts on public media infrastructure.

Mar 17, 2021

We cannot turn a blind eye to people living in fear.

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Mar 17, 2021

For over a year, Asian Americans have been fighting an additional virus of hate and bigotry.

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Mar 17, 2021

Our community is bleeding. We are in pain, and for the last year, we have been screaming out for help.

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Mar 17, 2021

I was wondering if and how EDA is evaluating applications from high-poverty urban areas to ensure their applications receive additional priority?

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Mar 17, 2021

Last year's spending bill included language requiring EDA to direct 10 percent of its funds towards helping persistent-poverty counties, specifically in rural areas.

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Mar 17, 2021

When it comes to making hard decisions about infrastructure, low-income communities and communities of color often get the short end of the stick.

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Mar 17, 2021

I think this is great and will help maintain U.S.' scientific leadership globally.

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Mar 17, 2021

I wanted to echo the comments and questions and concerns of my colleague Representative Brenda Lawrence about ensuring that inmates have sufficient menstrual hygiene products in our facilities.

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Mar 17, 2021

I have two questions. One is about pregnant inmates, which, as you know, are especially vulnerable population.

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Mar 17, 2021

The Asian-American community has really been screaming for help for more than a year.

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Mar 17, 2021

What policies does the BOP have in place to ensure that pregnant inmates have access to regular quality prenatal care?

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