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The idea is that the state doesn't have rights to limit individuals' wants and passions. I disagree with that. I think we absolutely have rights because there are consequences to letting people live out whatever wants or passions they desire.

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Rick Santorum
Age: 66
Born: 1958
Born: May 10
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