“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
I think nominating Donald Trump would be an absolute train wreck. I think it would hand the general election to Hillary Clinton.
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Ted Cruz
Republican · Texas
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transcripts.cnn.com

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Cruz expresses his belief that nominating Trump would lead to a loss for the GOP in the general election.

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