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John McCain: “It is a travesty of justice when one is putting energy into convicting a deadman rather than finding out who is…”

On the recordMay 6, 2013
It is a travesty of justice when one is putting energy into convicting a deadman rather than finding out who is responsible for his murder.
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John McCain
Republican · Arizona

Editor's note · Context

McCain criticizes the focus on convicting a deceased individual instead of seeking justice.

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