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Rep. Katie Porter's working-class politics

The Gray Area with Sean Illing

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Class, Wealth, and Congressional Dynamics

This chapter explores the speaker's journey through bankruptcy law and personal experiences that shaped their understanding of class and wealth issues. It examines the realities of financial struggles faced by working-class individuals and critiques the class-driven dynamics within Congress, revealing that both wealth and privilege influence political decisions across party lines. Additionally, the chapter addresses the speaker's removal from the House Financial Services Committee, providing insights into the complexities of committee assignments and the challenges faced by representatives from diverse economic backgrounds.

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