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Scott Rigell: “I do not take any pleasure in zeroing in on this, but I have a duty to the citizens of the Commonwealth and those I have…”

On the recordFebruary 16, 2012
I do not take any pleasure in zeroing in on this, but I have a duty to the citizens of the Commonwealth and those I have the privilege to represent and my children and grandchildren.
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Scott Rigell
Republican · Virginia

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Rigell emphasizes his responsibility to represent his constituents and protect the environment.

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