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On the recordApril 19, 2021
with all of the disparaging remarks being offered about the State of Texas, I thought it was important that I be back and at least be prepared to defend the Lone Star State.
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Michael Burgess
Republican · Texas

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Burgess defends Texas amidst negative comments during a hearing.

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