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Beto O'Rourke: “I hope those local jurisdictions, including my own here at the El Paso Independent School District, will continue to…”

On the recordAugust 11, 2021
I hope those local jurisdictions, including my own here at the El Paso Independent School District, will continue to stand up against the governor and for the lives of those kids who are in their trust.
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Beto O'Rourke
Democratic · Texas

Editor's note · Context

O'Rourke encourages local jurisdictions to oppose the governor's mandate for the safety of children.

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