Political Quotes

On the recordMarch 29, 2023
Like public health? Like people not dying of cigarette-caused cancer?
Said by
Sheldon Whitehouse
Democratic · Rhode Island

Editor's note · Context

Whitehouse questions the motives behind cigarette regulation, emphasizing public health.

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