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On the recordMarch 9, 2011
We cannot afford to be silent. I am reminded of the song by Simon and Garfunkel, 'The Boxer,' which includes the lyric: 'Man hears what he wants to hear, but disregards the rest.'
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Peter King
Republican · New York

Editor's note · Context

King emphasizes the importance of addressing radicalization.

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