As our Nation battles with interrelated crises around COVID-19, the economy, racial injustice, and climate change, I believe we have a unique opportunity to meet the magnitude of this moment with bold legislation that will finally lay the groundwork for a 21st century America that prioritizes workers, safeguards our climate, and addresses the deep racial and economic injustices that have persisted in our Nation for far too long.
Yvette Clarke: “As our Nation battles with interrelated crises around COVID-19, the economy, racial injustice, and climate change, I…”
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Clarke highlights the need for bold legislation to address current crises and injustices.
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