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On the recordAugust 11, 2021
This bill would constitute a federal government takeover of elections. It would constitute a massive power grab by Democrats. It would disenfranchise millions of Americans. And it would do precisely the opposite of its nominal title 'For the People.' It is, instead, for the politicians.
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Ted Cruz
Republican · Texas
Source
msnbc.com

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Ted Cruz criticizes the voting rights bill, claiming it would take over elections and disenfranchise voters.

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