Nina Turner Quotes

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Nina Turner

Profession : Politician

Birth : December 7, 1967

It hasn't been for a lack of trying. But we really have to analyze in a deeper way why we have these problems - at least at the state level - electing an African-American.

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People are human. People have failings. It's unfortunate people want to keep piling on people's failings.

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I'm the same Nina Turner, whether I'm on MSNBC or talking to my hometown newspaper or CNN.

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If you care about potholes, you have to vote. If you care about pre-k education, you have to vote. If you care about women's health care, you have to vote.

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I was director of governmental affairs at the Cleveland school district. I served in the administration of Mayor Michael R. White.

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People want to see you be genuine.

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Cleveland is my hometown.

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The best way to build a house is not from the top, but from the bottom. When you go to the polls, vote from the bottom up.

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We can't solve all of our problems in a short time.

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We need to deliver efficient, transparent government.

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Strong communities start at the ballot box - where every eligible Ohioan has the opportunity to make their voice heard.

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Early voting is a vital component of the electoral landscape in Ohio.

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My family was always there for me, and believe in me whether I have a title or not.

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Our state is great, but it can be greater and I am committed to helping realize that potential.

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Never did I think I would live to see the day Jim Crow was resurrected, making repeat appearances in the South. And he has packed his bags, and he has moved North. Something is wrong.

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I'm interested in running for an office that would allow me the opportunity to work harder and do a better job for the citizens of this state, and I will not rule out any office that gives me that ability.

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Often in America, access to the freedoms and privileges guaranteed under the Constitution are determined by ZIP code.

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Whether it is access to voting rights, representation in government, or the outsized influence of money in our political system, the opportunity to interact with and participate in democracy is available to some, but blocked for many.

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A major part of living in a representative form of government is giving citizens the right to choose and be treated equally.

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I think it is wrong to balance the budget on the backs of local government.

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