"The real tragedy of 9/11 was that the response was to go to war. It wasn't a criminal response; it was a military response."
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About Barbara Lee
Barbara Lee is an American politician who has served as the U.S. Representative for California's 13th congressional district since 1998. She is a member of the Democratic Party and has been a vocal advocate for social justice, civil rights, and progressive causes. Lee is known for her principled stance against the Iraq War, being the only member of Congress to vote against the Authorization for Use of Military Force in 2001. Throughout her career, she has championed issues such as healthcare access, environmental protection, and economic equity.
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