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“The Republicans in the House and Senate took the district that I firmly represent, 22 in south Florida, from a D plus one to a D plus five almost a D plus six district, which means you are given a five to six percent registration advantage to Democrats. They drew in more Democrats into the district I represent.”

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Allen West, born on February 7, 1961, is a former United States Representative. He has had a distinguished career in both the military and political sectors, serving as a commanding officer in the Iraq War and holding various political positions. more

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