Political Quotes

On the recordMay 3, 2017
To speak the conscience of an issue, especially in its relationship to the exercise of religion, is a cherished belief and foundation that we share as Americans, and it's simply not the role of government to police speech.
Said by
Steve Scalise
Republican · Louisiana

Editor's note · Context

Scalise defends the right to free speech in relation to religious beliefs against government interference.

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