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On the recordJune 29, 2001
I respectfully disagree. Somebody who engages in reckless conduct in the operation of an automobile has engaged in criminal conduct. Somebody who engages in reckless conduct that causes the death of another person has engaged in criminal conduct. I respectfully disagree with the Senator.
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John Bel Edwards
Democratic · Louisiana

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Addressing the issue of reckless conduct in automobile operation during a debate.

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