Political Quotes

On the recordApril 8, 2013
I think there are few areas that are more dangerous to have the government engaged in prior restraint or punishment after the fact for private citizens who would choose to speak out on politics.
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Ted Cruz
Republican · Texas

Editor's note · Context

Cruz argues against government interference in political speech.

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