Political Quotes

On the recordMarch 14, 2017
What sorts of regimens could we put into place that would make them start producing a better behavior that is to our mutual best interest?
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Lindsey Graham
Republican · South Carolina

Editor's note · Context

Graham seeks effective sanctions that avoid harming ordinary Russians.

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