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Chris Murphy: “I take the caution of adverse consequences seriously, but we always have to consider the adverse consequences of doing…”

On the recordMay 19, 2015
I take the caution of adverse consequences seriously, but we always have to consider the adverse consequences of doing nothing.
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Chris Murphy
Democratic · Connecticut

Editor's note · Context

Murphy emphasizes the need for action despite potential risks.

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