On the recordFebruary 14, 2012
I believe it is a severe abuse of a confirmation process. The confirmation process should center on the qualifications of an individual, not on attempting to change the underlying bill.
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congress.govI believe it is a severe abuse of a confirmation process. The confirmation process should center on the qualifications of an individual, not on attempting to change the underlying bill.
Capuano criticizes the confirmation process being used to alter legislation instead of evaluating qualifications.
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