Political Quotes

On the recordFebruary 9, 2016
That must have been the most stunning call you ever got in your life.
Said by
Tim Kaine
Democratic · Virginia

Editor's note · Context

Kaine reflects on the shock of receiving troubling news about a family member's imprisonment.

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