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John McCain: Because I have the right as a senator to have no comment. And who the hell are you to tell me I can or not?

On the recordNovember 14, 2012
Because I have the right as a senator to have no comment. And who the hell are you to tell me I can or not?
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John McCain
Republican · Arizona

Editor's note · Context

Senator McCain asserts his right to remain silent regarding his schedule during a press conference.

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