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“I would say to the president: This is not about me. This is not about Republicans here in Congress. It's about fairness for the America people.”

Quote by John Boehner

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John Boehner is an American politician who served as the Speaker of the United States House of Representatives. Born on November 17, 1949, Boehner is known for his leadership role within the Republican Party and his influence on American politics. more

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