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Ed Markey: If they are willing to serve, I do not think personal attacks upon their integrity should be a part of this process.

On the recordMay 19, 2015
If they are willing to serve, I do not think personal attacks upon their integrity should be a part of this process.
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Ed Markey
Democratic · Massachusetts

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Markey argues against personal attacks on scientists involved in public service.

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