Political Quotes

On the recordSeptember 8, 2014
the job of law enforcement is to protect the lives and the well-being of the people of our Nation.
Said by
Tom Carper
Democratic · Delaware

Editor's note · Context

Carper emphasizes the dual role of law enforcement in protecting citizens and civil rights.

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