“Preferential treatment for the rich and well-connected has no place in the college admissions process.”
“No more excuses: As soon as Democrats hold a trifecta, protecting voting rights must be at the top of the agenda.”
“Every Tuesday, Vice Mayor Talamantes and I are responsible for overseeing and ensuring transparent, accessible, and open Council meetings.”
““After years of effort, my bill to cap insulin at $35 a month for everyone is one step closer to becoming law,””

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On the recordJuly 3, 2025
Press on for the rule of law. Press on for the American way of life. Press on for democracy. We’re going to press on until victory is won.
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Hakeem Jeffries
Democratic · New York
Source
huffpost.com

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Jeffries emphasizes the determination to uphold democratic values.

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