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By: Dick Durbin

Date: Oct. 27, 2021

Issues: Criminal Justice

"The decision to create a sentencing disparity between crack & powder cocaine was a mistake that has had devastating consequences for far too many Americans. It's time for the Senate to right this wrong & pass the EQUAL Act--eliminating this sentencing disparity once & for all."

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