Political Quotes

On the recordFebruary 26, 2013
But being civil and being firm in your convictions are not inconsistent, are they?
Said by
Lindsey Graham
Republican · South Carolina

Editor's note · Context

Graham asserts that civility can coexist with strong convictions.

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