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Patty Murray: “It is unconscionable, and it is unacceptable.”

On the recordMay 17, 2021
It is unconscionable, and it is unacceptable.
Said by
Patty Murray
Democratic · Washington

Editor's note · Context

Murray criticizes the current lack of paid leave options for families during the pandemic.

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