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Nydia Velázquez: the government will use public funds to hold this special election at a time when Puerto Rico continues to face a…

On the recordApril 13, 2021
the government will use public funds to hold this special election at a time when Puerto Rico continues to face a financial crisis
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Nydia Velázquez
Democratic · New York

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Velazquez highlights the need for public funding for elections amidst Puerto Rico's financial struggles.

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