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Senator Cory Booker's 25-Hour Speech Was HISTORIC

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The New York Times |
Many Democrats, including in Mr. Booker’s home state of New Jersey, reveled in his stamina and moxie as he assailed President Trump in the longest Senate speech on record.
USA Today |
Booker's speech, which he framed as a response to calls for action from his constituents, focused on criticizing the Trump administration's policies.

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