On the recordSeptember 6, 2011
I believe it is incredibly important that we do, because when we reach parity on the Federal bench, I believe that we will achieve greater fairness and justice throughout our legal system.
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Durbin emphasizes the need for gender parity in the Federal judiciary for fairness and justice.
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