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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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Tom McClintock
Republican · California

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McClintock emphasizes the importance of distinguishing peaceful protests from violent actions.

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