I thought the gentleman from Georgia [Mr. Lewis] made a very emotional and correct approach. There comes a time when we all must stand up and say, what are these rules for? Are they to keep the American people from learning the truth? I am shocked that the United States of America that believes in free speech is gagging Members of Congress about the third most important elected official in America, and I am stunned the other side is insisting on that.
Patricia Schroeder: “I thought the gentleman from Georgia [Mr. Lewis] made a very emotional and correct approach. There comes a time when we…”
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Addressing restrictions on free speech regarding a high-ranking official during a congressional debate.
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