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Joe Morelle: “It is our duty and firmly within our constitutional powers as a Congress to protect the rights of voters and ensure…”

On the recordJuly 12, 2023
It is our duty and firmly within our constitutional powers as a Congress to protect the rights of voters and ensure equal access to the franchise.
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Joe Morelle
Democratic · New York

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Morelle emphasizes Congress's responsibility to protect voting rights.

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