Political Quotes

On the recordJanuary 9, 2011
We know violence isn't the answer. When we take up our arms, we're talking about our vote. We're talking about being involved in a contested primary like this, and picking the right candidate, too, John McCain. We thank you for that.
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Sarah Palin
Republican · Alaska

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Palin defends her use of violent metaphors in political discourse.

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