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Rob Mercuri: “I believe in the value of life, and I believe that we should…”

Featuring: Rob Mercuri, Republican | Former Candidate, U.S. House Pennsylvania, District 17

Battle To Succeed Turzai In The North HIlls

Published July 17, 2020 | Video Starts at 22:51

I take it that's an important part of your political beliefs. You are a conservative candidate in this district. That's right, John. I'm a conservative, and I am proud of it. You know, I believe in the value of life, and I believe that we should honor life across all its phases. And so that means I'm a pro life candidate. That also means that. That I want to bring a sense of compassion to the Capitol. (22:51–22:58)

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Asserts a pro-life stance, valuing life at all stages.

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“I joined the private sector for about 10 years as well after the military.”
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“I helped banks in New York, kind of come back from the financial crisis.”
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“I joined PNC bank and had a lovely career with them.”
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“I am a Trump supporter. I am a fan of his policies.”
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