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JD Vance: “In the past, communists marched in the streets waving red flags. Today, they march through HR, college campuses, and…”

On the recordFebruary 17, 2025
In the past, communists marched in the streets waving red flags. Today, they march through HR, college campuses, and courtrooms to wage lawfare against good, honest people.
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JD Vance
Republican · Ohio

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Vance compares modern political struggles to historical communist movements.

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