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Jeanne Shaheen: “I think the Senate recognizes the ability to use sports in a way that makes a statement.”

On the recordJanuary 26, 2011
I think the Senate recognizes the ability to use sports in a way that makes a statement.
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Jeanne Shaheen
Democratic · New Hampshire

Editor's note · Context

Shaheen acknowledges the power of sports in making political statements.

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