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On the recordFebruary 11, 2025
The people want a more efficient government, quality healthcare, housing costs that don't skyrocket, and affordable eggs and groceries—not a bloated military budget that doesn't make us any safer.
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Summer Lee
Democratic · Pennsylvania

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Lee argues for prioritizing social needs over military budget increases.

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