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Bill Lee: I was the only one who voted against it--it was just too broad and I knew it would set the stage for where we are now.

On the recordJuly 24, 2017
I was the only one who voted against it--it was just too broad and I knew it would set the stage for where we are now.
Said by
Bill Lee
Republican · Tennessee

Editor's note · Context

Lee opposed a broad authorization for military force, fearing it would lead to ongoing conflict.

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