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John McCain: We have always been the ultimate arbiter of what we believe is in the public interest, and we should retain our…

On the recordFebruary 8, 2012
We have always been the ultimate arbiter of what we believe is in the public interest, and we should retain our authority to do that.
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John McCain
Republican · Arizona

Editor's note · Context

Emphasizing Congress's authority in determining public interest over the Secretary's judgment.

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