Political Quotes

On the recordJune 22, 2022
I only know of one reason to seek a pardon. Because you're worried that you're guilty, that you committed a crime.
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Adam Kinzinger
Republican · Illinois

Editor's note · Context

Kinzinger discusses the implications of Republican members seeking pardons related to their actions surrounding January 6.

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