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On the recordOctober 6, 2009
I personally believe the legal community has a specific responsibility as it relates to providing access to justice to those who otherwise could not afford it.
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Ben Cardin
Democratic · Maryland

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Cardin emphasizes the legal community's duty to ensure justice for the poor.

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