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On the recordMarch 12, 2013
We are not here to protect companies, we are not here to protect the defense bar, plaintiffs' bar. We are here for the victims.
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Spencer Bachus
Alabama

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Bachus clarifies that the legislation prioritizes victims over corporate interests.

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