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John Hickenlooper: I know that I am standing between you and freedom, and perhaps your lunch.

On the recordOctober 31, 2023
I know that I am standing between you and freedom, and perhaps your lunch.
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John Hickenlooper
Democratic · Colorado

Editor's note · Context

Hickenlooper acknowledges the urgency of his questioning during the session.

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