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Burden Quote by Simon Tam

“Laws shouldn't just be about the quality. They should also…” quote by Simon Tam — Download Open image

“Laws shouldn't just be about the quality. They should also be about equity and if they're placing a social burden on marginalized groups, then those laws need to be reconsidered.”

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