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James Comer: I just want to reiterate this. This bill protects the First Amendment rights for American citizens. My colleagues would…

On the recordMarch 8, 2023
I just want to reiterate this. This bill protects the First Amendment rights for American citizens. My colleagues would like us to believe that by protecting an Americans' right to say whatever lawful speech they want, we are empowering Russia and China. It is just not true. Mr. Chair, I yield back the balance of my time.
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James Comer
Republican · Kentucky
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Mar 8, 2023

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