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On the recordFebruary 14, 2005
I want to make that very clear. The debate today is not about the interrogation policies, the techniques that led to abuses that disturb and concern us all. The debate today is about the fitness, the qualifications, and the character of Judge Michael Chertoff for this very important position.
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Susan Collins
Republican · Maine

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Discussing the confirmation of Michael Chertoff as Secretary of Homeland Security.

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