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On the recordDecember 1, 1997
I think it's important, when we speak about the rule of law, oftentimes we're talking about technicalities and questionable legalities because it's embedded in our constitution that there are certain standards and requirements.
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John Conyers
Democratic · Michigan
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Dec 1, 1997

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