Experience in this area and in others has taught us that we cannot fix all of society's ills through legislation.
Mike Lee: “Experience in this area and in others has taught us that we cannot fix all of society's ills through legislation.”
On the recordFebruary 26, 2013
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Lee warns against assuming legislation can solve all societal issues, including gun violence.
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