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Dick Lugar: We open our hearing with the understanding that we are discussing not just the nominee's qualifications, but also policy…

On the recordMarch 15, 2010
We open our hearing with the understanding that we are discussing not just the nominee's qualifications, but also policy decisions related to Syria and our diplomatic representation in that country.
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Dick Lugar
Republican · Indiana

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Senator Lugar emphasizes the importance of discussing both the nominee's qualifications and Syria policy.

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