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On the recordAugust 4, 1998
Better that than to be killed. Give that little baby a chance to enjoy a Christmas sometime, to enjoy the love of somebody who can love that child. Mr. Chairman, let us give that little life the chance we had.
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Henry Hyde
Illinois

Editor's note · Context

Speaking in favor of pro-life legislation during a committee meeting.

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