Political Quotes

On the recordNovember 28, 2017
Experience in the private sector should not be disqualifying.
Said by
Chris Murphy
Democratic · Connecticut

Editor's note · Context

Senator Murphy supports the idea that private sector experience is valuable in government roles.

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