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Pramila Jayapal: “Many Americans are taught in civics class that Congress passes a law and that's it. The reality is that major…”

On the recordNovember 30, 2021
Many Americans are taught in civics class that Congress passes a law and that's it. The reality is that major legislation enacted by Congress that addresses climate change, workers' rights, healthcare, must also be implemented and enforced by the Executive Branch to become a reality.
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Pramila Jayapal
Democratic · Washington

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Clarifies the role of the Executive Branch in enforcing laws passed by Congress.

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