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On the recordFebruary 28, 2012
I believe that the most solemn duty of our government, whether it be Federal, state or local, is to safeguard its citizens.
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Pedro Pierluisi
Democratic · Puerto Rico

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Pierluisi asserts the government's primary responsibility is to protect its citizens.

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