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On the recordMarch 23, 2021
I agree it’s a time for actions. And by the way, I don’t apologize for thoughts or prayers. I will lift up in prayer, people who are hurting and I believe in the power of prayer and the contempt of Democrats for prayers is an odd sociological thing.
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Ted Cruz
Republican · Texas
Source
msnbc.com

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Senator Cruz emphasizes the importance of prayer while also calling for action on gun violence.

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