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Steve Cohen: Those who expect to reap the blessings of freedom must undergo the fatigues of supporting it.

On the recordFebruary 11, 2009
Those who expect to reap the blessings of freedom must undergo the fatigues of supporting it.
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Steve Cohen
Democratic · Tennessee

Editor's note · Context

Emphasizing the importance of supporting free speech against libel tourism.

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