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On the recordSeptember 21, 2011
But at least we haven't slipped into this barbaric practice of having families subjected to the strong arm of the government.
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Jeff Fortenberry
Republican · Nebraska

Editor's note · Context

Fortenberry contrasts U.S. policies with China's one-child policy, condemning government overreach.

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