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On the recordMarch 22, 1994
I think that the African-American families across this country will not have the full impact they deserve until they are involved in both parties in big numbers. You should encourage those in your community who are more inclined to be of a conservative bend in life to become Republicans. Of the 39 African-Americans in this Congress, I wish we had not just one on my side of the aisle, but instead 38 or 40 or 50, to match the same number on your side of the aisle.
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Robert Dornan
Republican · California

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Discussing the importance of African-American representation in both political parties.

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