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On the recordMarch 21, 2017
I reiterate my belief that the first responsibility of the Federal Government is to provide for the security of its nations, to accomplish for citizens what they cannot do by themselves.
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Joe Wilson
Republican · South Carolina

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Wilson emphasizes the government's primary duty to ensure national security.

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