On the recordMay 31, 2020
I think we need to make a distinction between the right to peaceable assembly, which is sacred and protected under our First Amendment, and violence, arson, and vandalism, which is not so protected.
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congress.govI think we need to make a distinction between the right to peaceable assembly, which is sacred and protected under our First Amendment, and violence, arson, and vandalism, which is not so protected.
McClintock emphasizes the importance of distinguishing peaceful protests from violent actions.
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