When in some communities se... by Matt Gonzalez, an American Politician

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“When in some communities selling drugs is so lucrative that that's a pretty big enticement that we have to break down. Part of that is by making opportunities and paying decent wages.”

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Name: Matt Gonzalez

Nationality: American

Date of Birth: Jun 4, 1965

Profession: Politician

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