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On the recordNovember 17, 2009
I think there are a lot of positive reasons to use Article III courts, particularly considering the history of how we have not only ignored international laws, we have ignored our own laws, as the Supreme Court has held on previous occasions.
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Ben Cardin
Democratic · Maryland

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Cardin advocates for using civilian courts for terrorists, emphasizing their credibility and adherence to laws.

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