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On the recordJune 19, 2011
I would just ask that as you go forward, that this continue to be the standard that is set, whether they are fired or not, but that they are held accountable in ways that are appropriate.
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Tom Carper
Democratic · Delaware

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Carper emphasizes the importance of maintaining accountability standards in government.

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