Political Quotes

On the recordJune 12, 2017
We will not protect our people but, by golly, we will seize their land.
Said by
Chris Van Hollen
Democratic · Maryland

Editor's note · Context

Criticizing the prioritization of land seizure over community safety in the budget.

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