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The last time there was such a debate over the vote and electoral college, our nation went to civil war soon after.  As our representatives meet and are currently debating the results of the election, protests are happening outside. Below are excerpts from the Senate debate on whether or not to accept Arizona's vote. 

We cannot declare ourselves a national board of elections on steroids...Every time in the last 30 yrs that Democrats have lost the Presidential race they have staged a protest like this....Republicans decried it. There should be no double standard. We should not imitate what we repudiate. - Mitch McConnell, US Senator from Kentucky 

Democracy beats deep in the hearts of our citizens. Facts matter. Truth matters...Let the words of our oath ring in the ears of every Senator today. - Chuck Schumer, US Senator from New York

I am not arguing for setting aside the results of the election...I look for door #3 to investigate voter fraud. ..a 10 day emergency audit and examine the claims of fraud...telling voters with concerns to go jump in a lake...we have a responsibility. It is broader than the state of Arizonia. That would benefit both sides.- Ted Cruz, US Senator from Texas

This is only the 3rd time in the history of our nation this has happened.  4 Republicans were elected to the house from Arizona. These Senators did not protest the swearing in off those officials who won in the same election they are protesting today.  - Amy Klobuchar, US Senator from Minnesota 

Pat Tumey, Pennsylvania is now speaking but all networks are covering the protests outside. 

2:34pm...both chambers are in recess as the entire Capitol complex is on lockdown. Protesters have made their way up steps on one side of the Capitol but are stopping at the police line on the other side. While the group is a good size it is not huge nor does it appear violent or angry. I've seen several wheelchairs and crutches but so far that is all. I wish I could sit and watch everything unfold but chores will not allow it.

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