I believe that these brave Americans died not just to keep us free from foreign invaders or foreign forces, I believe that these brave people went into battle and many of them died so that we could protect our liberties at home. ... We dishonor all those who have fought for America by panicking in this moment.
Michelle Wu: “I believe that these brave Americans died not just to keep us free from foreign invaders or foreign forces, I believe…”
On the recordOctober 12, 2001
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Discussing the sacrifices of American soldiers and the importance of civil liberties.
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