Civic engagement Quote by Al Franken

“I grew up in Minnesota, where we treasure our tradition of civic engagement - and our record of having the nation's highest voter participation.” quote by Al Franken — Download Open image

“I grew up in Minnesota, where we treasure our tradition of civic engagement - and our record of having the nation's highest voter participation.”

Al Franken

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