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Joe Neguse: “In 1986, this body considered a bill to override President Reagan`s veto of legislation imposing sanctions on South…”

On the recordFebruary 16, 2021
In 1986, this body considered a bill to override President Reagan`s veto of legislation imposing sanctions on South Africa during apartheid.
Said by
Joe Neguse
Democratic · Colorado
Source
msnbc.com

Editor's note · Context

Neguse referenced a historical vote to highlight the importance of moral decisions in politics.

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