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On the recordNovember 12, 2014
It is inconceivable to me the release of trained mass murderers as detainees from Guantanamo builds goodwill anywhere.
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Joe Wilson
Republican · South Carolina

Editor's note · Context

Wilson criticizes the release of detainees from Guantanamo, arguing it endangers Americans.

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