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Michael Blake: “Richie Torres supports the war.”

Featuring: Michael Blake, Democratic | Former Candidate, U.S. House New York, District 15

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BronxTalk: The 15th Congressional District Primary Debate

Published | Video Starts at 26:08

There is a very clear difference that exists in this race. We are saying that we deserve better and we can't afford to wait. I oppose the war. Richie Torres supports the war. I am here to protect immigrants. Richie Torres supports ice. I am here to make sure we stand up for our people. Richie Torres is supported by Palantir. (26:08–26:11)

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