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Connolly reintroduces Lady Liberty Act: Sets goal to admit 125K+ refugees annually
Published Sunday, Feb. 14, 2021, 11:08 am
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Gerry Connolly
Virginia Congressman Gerry Connolly this week reintroduced the Lady Liberty Act, legislation that would require the president to set a goal of admitting no less than 125,000 refugees annually.
“No one chooses to be a refugee, said Connolly, who represents the 11th District in the U.S. House. “In the face of a growing humanitarian crisis, America must reclaim its status as a safe haven for the downtrodden and once again open its door to refugees. This legislation will reverse the Trump Administration’s callous backsl