Political Quotes

On the recordSeptember 3, 2018
It is not to exercise empathy. It is to follow written laws.
Said by
Chuck Grassley
Republican · Iowa

Editor's note · Context

Grassley asserts that judges should prioritize law over personal feelings.

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