Yes, Democrats Can Take Control of the Conversation
Congressional Democrats may be in the minority, but they do have a weapon at their disposal to oppose the worst motions by the GOP. And now is the time to use it.
Maya Contreras
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Maya Contreras, trying to do the most good for the most people, has a BA in comparative religion, and an MA in art and public policy.
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