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On the recordMarch 11, 2014
I have always maintained the view that while I am certainly fortunate to have the positions that I had, I am a human being and I am no different than any other individual that I deal with.
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Dick Durbin
Democratic · Illinois

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Durbin stresses the need for judges to remain relatable and grounded.

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