St. Louis Aldermen Vote Down Bill to Ease Process for New Shelters
The 7-7 vote followed several hours of debate and arguments about racism, communism and more
Source: riverfronttimes.com
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The 7-7 vote followed several hours of debate and arguments about racism, communism and more
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