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Joe Morelle: The residents that live in our Nation's capital should be able to fully participate in our democracy.

On the recordNovember 29, 2023
The residents that live in our Nation's capital should be able to fully participate in our democracy.
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Joe Morelle
Democratic · New York

Editor's note · Context

Morelle advocates for D.C. statehood and full voting rights for residents.

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