“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 recordJune 7, 2021
In the richest country in the history of the world, the working families of this country continue to struggle economically with millions of our people continuing to live in desperation.
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Bernie Sanders
Independent · Vermont
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Sanders highlights economic struggles faced by working families in America.

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