And while I cannot believe she is gone, Minnesotans will be feeling the impact of her leadership forever. When a Minnesota student gets a free school lunch, that's Melissa. When a Minnesota parent is able to take paid leave to spend those early, precious moments with a newborn, that's Melissa. When a Minnesota voter casts a ballot without facing unfair discrimination, that's Melissa. When a woman is able to access reproductive care in our state, that's Melissa. (04:39–04:48)
CLAIM
Asserts that Melissa Hortman was responsible for legislation allowing paid parental leave in Minnesota.
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