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Chris Coons: I think the guiding principle to me, though, would be an impartial adherence to the rule of law.

On the recordApril 9, 2013
I think the guiding principle to me, though, would be an impartial adherence to the rule of law.
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Chris Coons
Democratic · Delaware

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Coons emphasizes the importance of impartiality and rule of law in judicial decisions.

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