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Barney Frank

Barney Frank

Barney Frank has been in Congress since 1981, and was formerly the chairman of the House Financial Services Committee. Previously he was a Massachusetts state representative and an assistant to the mayor of Boston. He has also taught at several Boston-area universities.

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Barney Frank
Barney Frank
stated on September 28, 2016 a fundraising email supporting Illinois' 10th House District Democratic nominee Brad Schneider :
"Paul Ryan’s already spent millions to try and permanently derail Brad (Schneider)’s progressive, energized campaign." 
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By Marc Filippino • October 27, 2016
Barney Frank
Barney Frank
stated on July 7, 2010 MSNBC's Morning Joe:
The United States accounted for 26 percent of worldwide military spending during the Cold War, but now accounts for 41 percent.
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By Erin Mershon, Robert Farley • August 13, 2010
Barney Frank
Barney Frank
stated on December 21, 2008 TV interview:
"Mr. Warren compared same-sex couples to incest."
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By Robert Farley • January 14, 2009
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