Political Quotes

On the recordMarch 1, 2016
I want an aspirational leader that I could say to my son and grandson, grow up to be like him or her. And he fails that test miserably.
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Scott Rigell
Republican · Virginia

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Rigell reflects on the qualities he seeks in a leader, stating that Trump does not meet those standards.

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