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David Thomas: “I find it amazing that the First Amendment protections are now called a loophole. Perhaps it is a good idea that we are…”

On the recordSeptember 14, 1999
I find it amazing that the First Amendment protections are now called a loophole. Perhaps it is a good idea that we are just voting on campaign reform because, if the Bill of Rights was on the floor, I would fear for its continued support.
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David Thomas
New York

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Discussing concerns about First Amendment protections during a campaign reform debate.

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