“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 recordFebruary 17, 2021
We can't allow the Texas crisis to be used as an excuse to discourage movement towards renewables.
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Peter Welch
Democratic · Vermont
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Welch warns against using the Texas energy crisis to hinder renewable energy progress.

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