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On the recordFebruary 5, 2019
We are going to pass background checks because it is supported by over 90 percent of the American people, and it can help save a life.
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David Cicilline
Democratic · Rhode Island

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Cicilline advocates for background checks, highlighting public support and potential life-saving impact.

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