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Chris Van Hollen: And someone who would defend the Capitol to his death is certainly someone who we can admire and look up to and praise…

On the recordFebruary 2, 2021
And someone who would defend the Capitol to his death is certainly someone who we can admire and look up to and praise his patriotism.
Said by
Chris Van Hollen
Democratic · Maryland
Source
msnbc.com

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Van Hollen reflects on the patriotism of Officer Sicknick and the dedication of Capitol police.

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