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In 2013, after the Boston Marathon bombing, former Rep. Ron Paul said that the military-style occupation of the city "should frighten us as much or more than the attack itself."
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Former Rep. Ron Paul stated in 2013 that the military-style occupation of Boston after the Boston Marathon bombing should be as frightening as the attack itself.
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News Article
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{
    "date": "2013",
    "event": "Boston Marathon bombing",
    "person": "Ron Paul"
}
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Politics Historical Event
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October 1, 2026 at 3:08 PM (1 week ago)
Last Updated
October 1, 2026 at 3:08 PM (1 week ago)

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