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Betty McCollum: the term 'unconstitutional,' versus not in the Constitution, directed in the Constitution are two very different ideas

On the recordApril 16, 2012
the term 'unconstitutional,' versus not in the Constitution, directed in the Constitution are two very different ideas
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Betty McCollum
Democratic · Minnesota

Editor's note · Context

McCollum emphasizes the importance of precise language in constitutional discussions.

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