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“Nearly one in four women will experience domestic violence during her lifetime. And slightly more than half of female victims of domestic violence live in households with children under age 12.”

Quote by Lucille Roybal-Allard

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Lucille Roybal-Allard

Lucille Roybal-Allard is an American politician currently serving as a U.S. Representative. Born on June 12, 1941, she has been a significant figure in American politics, representing the 39th Congressional District of California since 1993. more

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