Political Quotes

On the recordJune 17, 2014
We have reached a point in time where we have to take the axe of truth and slam it into the tree of circumstance and let the chips fall where they may.
Said by
Al Green
Democratic · Texas

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Green emphasizes the need for truth in addressing issues with the CFPB.

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