Political Quotes

On the recordJune 12, 2013
Children brought here as children to this country should not be judged by the actions of their parents.
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Luis Gutiérrez
Democratic · Illinois

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Gutierrez emphasizes that children shouldn't be punished for their parents' decisions.

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