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On the recordNovember 29, 2012
Reserving the right to object and I will not object, I want to speak for 20 seconds. This is what I want to say. There are amendments and there are amendments. We all know that. I think we have shown that we can work together. But when you try to repeal a law that protects the lives of people--you talk about protecting rights, I am with you. I also want to protect the lives of people. Coming from a State where we have had many mass shootings it may take a little longer. Maybe we ought to have a hearing or two before you repeal a law that is so important to the safety of the people. I will not object. I will see you all tomorrow.
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Barbara Boxer
Democratic · California
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