Lauren Merrell
The Lejeune Justice Project is mobilizing to force federal policy to catch up with modern science. Founded by Marine spouse Lauren Merrell, the organization’s fight is born from the harrowing medical ordeal of her husband, Luis Martinez Junior. He was a Marine stationed at Camp Lejeune from 1984 to 1987. The base stands as one of the worst public drinking water contamination disasters in American history.
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As part of an initial budget agreement between the House and Senate announced Tuesday, Republicans want a constitutional amendment that prevents future legislatures from increasing the tax rate above 3.5%. -
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