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John McCain: In 1996, it was like giving the President a bazooka to keep under his desk.

On the recordMarch 14, 2011
In 1996, it was like giving the President a bazooka to keep under his desk.
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John McCain
Republican · Arizona

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McCain compares past legislation to a dangerous tool for the President.

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