Political Quotes

On the recordApril 16, 2023
Bad people should go in jail. That's where they belong. They shouldn't be out so they can hurt your wives, children, mothers, fathers, and grandfathers.
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Jim Jordan
Republican · Ohio

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Jim Jordan emphasizes the need to keep dangerous criminals incarcerated for public safety.

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