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Sylvia Rodriguez Garcia

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Sylvia Rodriguez Garcia is a U.S. Representative for Texas's 29th congressional district, serving since January 3, 2019. A member of the Democratic Party, she has a background in law and public service, which informs her legislative priorities. Garcia has focused on issues such as healthcare, education, and economic development, advocating for the needs of her constituents in Houston and surrounding areas. Her work emphasizes support for marginalized communities and women's rights.

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Jun 29, 2021

We cannot allow anyone to compete with our U.S. dollar.

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Jun 28, 2021

We get complaints daily as the election starts, even in voting, about the difficulties Spanish-speaking voters have in getting an interpreter.

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Jun 28, 2021

We must continue. Our Texas congressional delegation has sent letters both to the Justice Department, and to Senator Schumer.

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Jun 28, 2021

I commend the Justice Department for recently announcing that they have filed suit against Georgia.

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Jun 28, 2021

Put simply, this is about ensuring all Americans and all Texans to have and exercise their right to vote.

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Jun 28, 2021

I think we had a fair, a free, and secure election last time.

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Jun 28, 2021

I wish we would have even more, because this is really a very important topic, not just for those of us in Texas, but for all Americans to ensure the voting rights of all Americans.

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Jun 22, 2021

Unfortunately, due to the quarantine measures and limitations on visiting facilities and nursing homes, it has made it easier for abuse, neglect, and fraud to go undetected. That is why this important legislation makes permanent a National…

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Jun 9, 2021

The use of the word "invasion" is dangerous.

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Jun 9, 2021

Recently, Congress acted. We passed Savanna's Act, which directs the DOJ to review, revise, and develop protocols to address this crisis.

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Jun 9, 2021

Well, let me move on because you also mentioned, because my concern is that if you don't do enough, then we'll see what happens here in Houston that even victims don't report because they're scared, number one, and two, there's language…

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Jun 9, 2021

My question was, have you seen an increase in attacks against Latinos, and what are you doing to reallocate your resources to get to the root causes of that?

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Jun 9, 2021

It is inherently un-American and unconscionable for anyone to discriminate against another because of the color of your skin, or where they're from.

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Jun 9, 2021

I think that it would be important for us to continue a full investigation. That's why I do support a 9/11-type commission.

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Jun 8, 2021

In the richest country on earth, every human being should have a roof over their head.

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Jun 8, 2021

The cost of homelessness is far greater than the cost of providing shelter for people in a place that I would call home.

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Jun 8, 2021

I see no plan better than this plan to end homelessness, and I am going to support it.

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May 18, 2021

Hate because of the color of one's skin shall never win.

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May 18, 2021

We will not rest until there is justice for all.

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May 18, 2021

We all need to work together because we are one.

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May 18, 2021

It is shame; 100 years since the Tulsa-Greenwood Race Massacre, and we still find ourselves striving for equal justice under the law for all Americans.

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May 18, 2021

What is it that you raise a red flag on?

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May 18, 2021

I'm sorry. I know that is your role and it is your responsibility.

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May 18, 2021

What steps are you all taking to make sure that there is access to capital?

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