Summer Lee actually said...

"Again, we have both the Subcommittee and the Full Committee. These are important questions. I'm glad that the Chair has clarified the question of police funding..."

"At this juncture, we must not return to antiquated thinking of tough on crime laws that led to over policing, mass incarceration, and the devastation of impacted communities."

"Expanding our idea of what constitutes public safety is key to keeping our communities safe, to community-driven solutions carefully tailored to meet each community's specific needs."

"We would like to see it end, but we cannot forget those victims who are in need on these issues."