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David Roe: “I would contend that every American is entitled to two things: number one, an opportunity, and number two, the right to…”

On the recordFebruary 27, 2017
I would contend that every American is entitled to two things: number one, an opportunity, and number two, the right to define success for themselves so long as long as it doesn't impact the liberty of others.
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David Roe
Republican · Vermont

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Roe emphasizes the importance of personal opportunity and self-definition of success.

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