Political Quotes

On the recordJuly 24, 2017
It is time for the Federal Government to move away from emphasizing its role as prosecutor or political monitor and return to serving as the American people's partner in setting priorities that best represent their interest.
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Gary Palmer
Republican · Alabama

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Palmer advocates for a shift in the Federal Government's role to better serve citizens.

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