Political Quotes

On the recordMay 4, 2011
We have been cheerleading for a year and a half and seeing virtually no results on the ground.
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Jeff Merkley
Democratic · Oregon

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Merkley criticizes lack of tangible results despite ongoing advocacy for housing reforms.

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