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" I've never walked away from any of my positions. I take pride in them. "

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" I have deep emotions about the American people. If I were to cry for anything, I would cry for them and the policies that they're about to face. "

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" Freedom is secured every day by our men and women in uniform. We must build a future worthy of their sacrifice. "

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" I don't care how popular I am. I'm not putting myself out there to run for higher office. "

" As I view the Republicans in Congress, I don't see them as a real reflection of many Republicans in our country. "

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