Political Quotes

On the recordNovember 14, 2022
I wish the straw that had broken the camel's back had been the violent insurrection to overthrow the 2020 election and the constitutional order.
Said by
Jamie Raskin
Democratic · Maryland

Editor's note · Context

Raskin expresses disappointment that the insurrection did not lead to a lasting change in support for Trump among Republican lawmakers.

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