12/08/1981
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"He's willing to tell you what he stands for."
"I'm gratified that it was that close."
"More than any other recent development, I believe that Gene Atkinson's decision will send a loud and clear message to America that our party, the Republican Party, stands for the working men and women..."
"Government must limit what it does, yet still perform its rightful task with utmost skill and professionalism."