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On the recordApril 21, 2010
I take my advice and consent responsibilities very seriously and the opportunity to recommend to a President of the United States a nominee for the Federal bench is indeed a great honor, but it is a great responsibility.
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Barbara Mikulski
Democratic · Maryland

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Mikulski emphasizes the seriousness of her role in nominating judges.

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