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Tom Cotton: “Unfortunately, we have seen a few instances of violence in recent years. Throughout our history, there's been sporadic…”

On the recordJuly 14, 2024
Unfortunately, we have seen a few instances of violence in recent years. Throughout our history, there's been sporadic spates of violence. It has no place in America or in the American political tradition.
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Tom Cotton
Republican · Arkansas

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Discussing the issue of political violence in America.

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