03/12/2012
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"I think it's important for the Federal Government to speak to this issue as a priority."
"I implore this Committee to pass this legislation for those who are vulnerable."
"I think the recent events we've seen in this country show that these vicious crimes are a continuing problem."
"I'm proud to be a co-sponsor of the Matthew Shepard Hate Crimes Prevention Act of 2009."