Political Quotes

On the recordMarch 23, 2016
Real men don't try to bully women. That's an action of strength, that's an action of weakness. It's an action of fear, it's an action of a small and petty man who is intimidated by strong women.
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Ted Cruz
Republican · Texas

Editor's note · Context

Cruz criticizes Trump's behavior towards women, framing it as a sign of weakness.

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