Political Quotes

On the recordMarch 4, 2013
I often use the phrase that at some point you have to stop worrying about the arrow and start worrying about the archer.
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Ted Cruz
Republican · Texas

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Cruz emphasizes the need to focus on offensive capabilities in missile defense.

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