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On the recordMay 21, 2013
I think it is a very dangerous precedent to set that we pass a provision that is on its face unconstitutional for the sake of showing an iron will, whatever that may mean.
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Alan Grayson
Democratic · Florida

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Grayson warns against passing unconstitutional provisions for the sake of demonstrating strength.

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