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Nydia Velázquez: the conversation should not be about a process. It should be about a process that respects the will of the people.

On the recordApril 13, 2021
the conversation should not be about a process. It should be about a process that respects the will of the people.
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Nydia Velázquez
Democratic · New York

Editor's note · Context

Velazquez argues for prioritizing the people's will over procedural concerns in status discussions.

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