Dick Durbin said "I believe the right qualities for a judge are, first, that the judge be respectful--respectful and courteous to all the parties that appear before the court." @ PoliticalQuotes.com

On the recordMay 22, 2013

I believe the right qualities for a judge are, first, that the judge be respectful--respectful and courteous to all the parties that appear before the court.

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Dick Durbin

Democratic · Illinois

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Durbin emphasizes the importance of respect and courtesy in judicial conduct.

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