Russ Feingold actually said...

I am convinced that they came to America not only for greater economic opportunities, but because of the ideals expressed in our Constitution, especially the First Amendment guaranteeing religious freedom.

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Feingold emphasizes the importance of religious freedom in the U.S. Constitution.

05/07/2009

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