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On the recordJuly 26, 2023
Freedom of speech is not freedom of speech if people are threatening to harm those you love abroad if you exercise your right to share opinions.
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Jeff Merkley
Democratic · Oregon

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Merkley emphasizes the importance of protecting free speech against foreign threats.

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