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Josh Brecheen: “To admit foreigners indiscriminately to the rights of citizens, the moment they put foot in our country would be nothing…”

On the recordMay 7, 2024
To admit foreigners indiscriminately to the rights of citizens, the moment they put foot in our country would be nothing less than to admit the Grecian horse.
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Josh Brecheen
Republican · Oklahoma

Editor's note · Context

Brecheen cites Hamilton to argue against indiscriminate immigration.

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