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“How many times will this Congress waste time on an issue that a majority of Americans do not want?”

Quote by Raul Grijalva

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Raul Grijalva is an American politician currently serving as a U.S. Representative. Born in February 1948, he represents the 3rd Congressional District of Arizona. Grijalva has been committed to social justice and environmental protection throughout his political career, actively participating in legislative efforts on issues such as climate change and immigration policy in Congress. more

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