Kristi Noem said "I want everyone to know, and I want you to know that we're obviously aware that there are people scared of retaliation." @ PoliticalQuotes.com

On the recordJune 16, 2016

I want everyone to know, and I want you to know that we're obviously aware that there are people scared of retaliation.

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Republican · South Dakota

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Noem acknowledges concerns about retaliation in reporting issues during an emergency situation.

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