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On the recordFebruary 14, 2012
I would suggest, however, that we have a hearing to examine the unprecedented obstruction of the Senate republicans of the confirmation process, and how it is hurting our economic recovery, our efforts at law enforcement, and also the ensuring of liberty and justice for all Americans.
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Hank Johnson
Democratic · Georgia

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Johnson criticizes Senate Republicans for obstructing the confirmation process, impacting economic recovery and justice.

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