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On the recordJuly 14, 1999
What happened as we celebrated our Independence Day should be a wake up call to Congress to step up, fulfill its duty, and pass legislation that protects the lives of our citizens.
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Jan Schakowsky
Democratic · Illinois

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Discussion on the need for gun safety laws following a violent incident.

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