Political Quotes

On the recordJuly 23, 2014
If that is the case in New Mexico someone ought to be fired, because that is not the case anyplace else.
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Jim McGovern
Democratic · Massachusetts

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McGovern criticizes the eligibility of wealthy individuals for SNAP benefits.

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