Political Quotes

On the recordFebruary 1, 2021
There is no First Amendment defense to ignoring and violating your constitutional duty.
Said by
Adam Schiff
Democratic · California
Source
msnbc.com

Editor's note · Context

Schiff emphasizes that inciting an attack on the Capitol is not protected by the First Amendment.

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