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On the recordMay 6, 2012
The question, though, is whether or not we want to deny an opportunity to vote for those who have similar hardships and inconveniences.
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Dick Durbin
Democratic · Illinois

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Durbin raises concerns about laws restricting early voting opportunities.

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