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“Dont count on Congress. Laws come into being because people on the ground demand it.”

Quote by Terri Sewell

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Terri Sewell is an American politician born on January 1, 1965. She currently serves as a U.S. Representative, representing Alabama's 7th Congressional District. Sewell has been committed to promoting equality and justice throughout her political career and has made significant contributions in various fields. more

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