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Ron Paul: Don't be willing to sacrifice liberty for security. Today it seems too easy that our government and our congresses are…

On the recordNovember 21, 2011
Don't be willing to sacrifice liberty for security. Today it seems too easy that our government and our congresses are so willing to give up our liberties for our security. I have a personal belief that you never have to give up liberty for security. You can still provide security without sacrificing our Bill of Rights.
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Ron Paul emphasizes the importance of maintaining civil liberties while ensuring national security.

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