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On the recordSeptember 12, 2012
Where is the civility? Where is the respect? Where can we find a way to respectfully disagree but ask the tough questions that need to be asked?
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Ben Ray Luján
Democratic · New Mexico

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Lujan calls for civility and respect in congressional discussions.

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