“Preferential treatment for the rich and well-connected has no place in the college admissions process.”
“No more excuses: As soon as Democrats hold a trifecta, protecting voting rights must be at the top of the agenda.”
“Every Tuesday, Vice Mayor Talamantes and I are responsible for overseeing and ensuring transparent, accessible, and open Council meetings.”
““After years of effort, my bill to cap insulin at $35 a month for everyone is one step closer to becoming law,””

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On the recordMarch 28, 2016
There has been a distinction that I have followed throughout, which is that I keep the focus on issues and substance, so I'm happy to draw distinction with Donald Trump on the issues.
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Ted Cruz
Republican · Texas
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Cruz explains his approach to campaigning by focusing on substantive issues rather than personal attacks.

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