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On the recordJanuary 21, 2025
I disagree with his decision, but, you know, I've never had a constituent tell me his or her highest priority is DEI. So I'm focused like a laser on lower cost, lower crime rates, making government work.
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Ritchie Torres
Democratic · New York

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Torres critiques the focus on DEI, suggesting constituents prioritize other issues like cost and crime.

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