On the recordJuly 13, 2015
Unfortunately, Mr. Chairman, rather than this rational, thoughtful approach, too many politicians across the country have chosen to play politics with crime policy.
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Scott criticizes politicians for using tough-on-crime slogans instead of rational approaches.
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