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Gavin Newsom: “Sirhan is now 77 years old but he remains a potent symbol of political violence.”

On the recordJanuary 13, 2022
Sirhan is now 77 years old but he remains a potent symbol of political violence.
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Gavin Newsom
Democratic · California
Source
msnbc.com

Editor's note · Context

Governor Newsom explains his decision to deny parole to Sirhan Sirhan, highlighting the ongoing impact of political violence.

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