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On the recordDecember 1, 2011
That's the way it is. So right now, Congressman Ellison, I feel like I have to say this because you're such a great example of a true American patriot, one who lives life in accordance with your inner ideals. We have the freedom in this country to do so, but there are those right here in this Congress who would try to turn the American people against you and people like you because of the religion that you have chosen to follow.
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Hank Johnson
Democratic · Georgia

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