Political Quotes

On the recordFebruary 26, 2020
the cost of doing nothing is greater than the cost of doing something.
Said by
Joe Morelle
Democratic · New York

Editor's note · Context

Emphasizing the urgency of addressing bridge repairs versus inaction costs.

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