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On the recordSeptember 3, 2018
I would urge my colleagues to recognize that in the end we are 21 very imperfect Senators trying to do our best to provide advice and consent.
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Jeff Flake
Republican · Arizona

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Flake called for understanding among Senators regarding their decision-making.

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