Political Quotes

On the recordApril 2, 2019
It is dishonest and immoral for anyone to assume or suggest that poor people do not want to work.
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Marcia Fudge
Democratic · Ohio

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Fudge defends the work ethic of low-income individuals against negative stereotypes.

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