John Sarbanes: “I do not think that is really necessary, but there are some matters that I think ought to be reviewed with respect to…”

“I do not think that is really necessary, but there are some matters that I think ought to be reviewed with respect to this Whitewater matter. First, a great deal is being made about these documents that appear, as though it is a nefarious plot. I understand that people like to attach sinister intentions, but the explanation for it may be far more innocent than that. And I really want to include in the Record an article that appeared a few weeks ago in the New York Times by Sidney Herman, a former partner of Kenneth Starr. Let me quote from it: Documents that are relevant to an investigation are found in an unexpected place 6 months after they were first sought. A shocking development? Absolutely not. In most major pieces of litigation, files turn up late. One side or the other always thinks of making something of the late appearance. But these lawyers know the truth. It could just as easily happen to them. Despite diligent searches, important papers in large organizations are always turning up after the initial and follow-up searches. Later on he goes on to say: My former partner, Kenneth Starr, knows all this. As independent counsel in the Whitewater investigation, he will take it into account.”