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On the recordAugust 1, 1996
I conclude by saying it is with a leap of faith that we undertake this initiative. I think we are doing it at a time which gives us the greatest hope and expectation that faith will be justified.
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Lindsey Graham
Republican · South Carolina

Editor's note · Context

Discussing an initiative during a Senate floor debate.

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