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Debbie Wasserman Schultz: Does the gentleman not understand that when words are used, that they don't actually have to be exact words to suggest a…

On the recordFebruary 15, 2007
Does the gentleman not understand that when words are used, that they don't actually have to be exact words to suggest a particular opinion on the part of the Member? And do you really think that it is beyond question that any of the Members on your side of the aisle as they engaged in this discussion and debate did not question the patriotism of our Members? I mean, me thinks thou dost protest too much, as the gentleman stated earlier. I yield to the gentleman.
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Debbie Wasserman Schultz
Democratic · Florida

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Addressing accusations of questioning patriotism during a debate.

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