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Mitch McConnell: When it comes to free speech, we should not substitute the incumbent-protection desires of politicians for the…

On the recordJune 2, 2014
When it comes to free speech, we should not substitute the incumbent-protection desires of politicians for the protection the Constitution guarantees to all Americans.
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Mitch McConnell
Republican · Kentucky

Editor's note · Context

Emphasizes the importance of protecting free speech over political interests.

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