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On the recordMay 24, 1994
I do not compare them as people. What I suggest is getting elected does not mean you are a Democrat. That is my point. Hitler was elected in 1933. Aristide was elected but being a Democrat is more than just being elected. If the analogy is imperfect, maybe the gentleman can suggest other people who got elected but once in office did not conduct themselves as Democrats.
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Henry Hyde
Illinois

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Discussing the meaning of being a Democrat in the context of elected officials.

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