Political Quotes

On the recordMay 2, 2023
His wrongful detention is not only outrageous and unacceptable, it is an affront to the ideals of freedom and freedom of the press.
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Cory Booker
Democratic · New Jersey

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Condemning the detention of journalist Evan Gershkovich.

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