Political Quotes

On the recordJanuary 29, 2013
Wouldn't we rather stop them from having a gun than after they shoot somebody?
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Chuck Schumer
Democratic · New York

Editor's note · Context

Senator Schumer argues for preventive measures against gun violence.

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