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Tom Cotton: “Washington also doesn't have the 'diversity of interests and financial independence' that Madison explained were…”

On the recordMarch 21, 2021
Washington also doesn't have the 'diversity of interests and financial independence' that Madison explained were necessary for a well-functioning state.
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Tom Cotton
Republican · Arkansas

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Tom Cotton argues D.C. lacks the necessary diversity and independence for statehood.

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