Political Quotes

On the recordFebruary 1, 2010
But, constitutionally, I do not think there is anything we can do to prevent them from doing it.
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Ron Wyden
Democratic · Oregon

Editor's note · Context

Wyden acknowledges the constitutional rights of outside groups to spend in elections despite personal grievances.

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