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Steve Cohen: It is time that we, as the people's House, rise to this threat to our democracy and pass the John Lewis Voting Rights…

On the recordApril 21, 2021
It is time that we, as the people's House, rise to this threat to our democracy and pass the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act.
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Steve Cohen
Democratic · Tennessee

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Cohen calls for action to protect voting rights through legislation.

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