Political Quotes

On the recordMarch 14, 2021
On January 6th, I never felt threatened. I knew those were people that loved this country, that truly respect law enforcement, would never do anything to break a law.
Said by
Ron Johnson
Republican · Wisconsin
Source
msnbc.com

Editor's note · Context

Johnson defends the January 6th insurrectionists, claiming they are law-abiding citizens.

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