On the recordOctober 8, 1997
I would say to the doctor, he is also a Congressman and there is a constitutional basis for this measure that we have. Look at the fifth amendment, then read the U.S. Supreme Court decision.
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Discussing constitutional grounds for a legislative measure.
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