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On the recordJune 20, 2007
I wouldn't question what his interpretation is, but in Luke it says ``To whom much is given, much is required.'' Some versions say ``expected,'' but it is actually a requirement, and we know a requirement in college, you have to do it to pass. So I think the authentic version says ``To whom much is given, much is required.'' But I see it makes the gentleman's statement much more powerful, and I appreciate the reference.
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Tom Wolf
Democratic · Pennsylvania

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Commenting on a colleague's remarks during a discussion in the House.

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