East Bay constituents pack townhall held by Congressman Eric Swalwell
For the first time since the inauguration, East Bay Congressman Eric Swalwell held a town hall Tuesday night to talk with constituents about their concerns.
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For the first time since the inauguration, East Bay Congressman Eric Swalwell held a town hall Tuesday night to talk with constituents about their concerns.
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