Political Quotes

On the recordApril 22, 2009
I do have to question whether applying a gold standard to the legislative branch is appropriate.
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Lisa Murkowski
Republican · Alaska

Editor's note · Context

Murkowski questions the appropriateness of strict standards for the legislative branch.

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