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Jon Kyl: “For 220 years, presidents and the Senate have focused on appointing and confirming judges and justices who are committed…”

On the recordMay 7, 2009
For 220 years, presidents and the Senate have focused on appointing and confirming judges and justices who are committed to putting aside their biases and prejudices.
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Jon Kyl
Republican · Arizona

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Kyl highlights the importance of impartiality in judicial appointments.

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