My Political Origin Story: How a Social Justice Nun Got Me Started
I got started in politics when a social justice nun sent me to the McGovern campaign office to get her a button and a young field organizer put me to work.
What's your origin story?

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My Political Origin Story: How a Social Justice Nun Got Me Started
I got started in politics when a social justice nun sent me to the McGovern campaign office to get her a button and a young field organizer put me to work.
What's your origin story?
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