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Tim Pawlenty: “If you can show me the member of Congress who hasn't flip flopped on a substantial issue or statement from the past…”

On the recordFebruary 9, 2025
If you can show me the member of Congress who hasn't flip flopped on a substantial issue or statement from the past, I'll give you $1,000.
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Tim Pawlenty

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Pawlenty comments on the commonality of politicians changing their positions on issues.

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