Political Quotes

On the recordFebruary 24, 2015
Well, policy is always trumped by politics, and it is a shame. But we know it is coming.
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Mark Kelly
Democratic · Arizona

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Mike Kelly emphasizes the conflict between policy and politics regarding urgent issues.

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