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Lynn A. Westmoreland: Every person has a right to have his or her voice heard, respectful of both the wishes of the Founders and the…

On the recordAugust 4, 2007
Every person has a right to have his or her voice heard, respectful of both the wishes of the Founders and the expectations of the American people. We offer the following principles for restoring democracy in the people's House, guaranteeing that the voices of all the people are heard. That quote is from Speaker Nancy Pelosi; yet the Republican substitute to this bill was not allowed.

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Discussing the importance of democratic principles in the House during a debate.

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