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On the recordNovember 16, 2011
But let me be clear: None of us on my side of the aisle are here to defend or to apologize for the actions of anyone in the administration or in the White House in particular.
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Diana DeGette
Democratic · Colorado

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DeGette clarifies that her side does not defend the administration's actions amidst the investigation.

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