Political Quotes

On the recordJune 12, 2019
If a foreign government comes to you as a public official and offers to help your campaign, giving you anything of value, whether it be money or information on your opponent, the right answer is no.
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Lindsey Graham
Republican · South Carolina

Editor's note · Context

Senator Graham emphasizes that public officials should reject any offers of assistance from foreign governments in election campaigns.

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