Political Quotes

On the recordMay 31, 2011
Why would you reduce anybody's benefits in a period where people are having trouble making ends meet?
Said by
Dennis Kucinich
Independent · Ohio

Editor's note · Context

Kucinich questions the rationale behind reducing benefits during economic hardship.

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