Political Quotes

On the recordApril 13, 2010
I do not believe that our system of justice should be driven by fear and anger.
Said by
Dick Durbin
Democratic · Illinois

Editor's note · Context

Durbin emphasizes the importance of justice over fear and anger in political discourse.

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