“It is an egregious scheme to profit off the presidency and enrich Wall Street while doing nothing to help Americans.”
“We expect rain to bring some much-needed relief to New Yorkers experiencing poor air quality over the weekend.”
““It always seems impossible until it’s done.””
“We ought to condemn any hatred. We ought to condemn any white supremacy. We -- I mean, we've got to figure out how to come together.”
““I am not a saint, unless you think of a saint as a sinner who keeps on trying.””

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On the recordFebruary 5, 2019
We have found them extremely effective at disarming law-abiding citizens. We have found them extremely ineffective at disarming criminals, madmen, and terrorists.
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Tom McClintock
Republican · California
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McClintock critiques gun control laws for failing to deter crime.

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