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John Chenoweth: What are we afraid of? As my colleagues know, I trust the American people to make the right decision when they are…

On the recordJuly 14, 1998
What are we afraid of? As my colleagues know, I trust the American people to make the right decision when they are well-informed. I have faith in my fellow citizens, and I urge my colleagues to vote for the Doolittle amendment. Do not restrict political participation by American citizens, do not restrict the fundamental rights to free speech, and do not destroy the most vital tool we have to maintain our representative government.
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John Chenoweth
Republican · Colorado

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Advocating for the Doolittle amendment during a debate on political participation and free speech.

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