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Walter B. Jones: $10 million is not a big deal to most liberal Democrats. But to Bill Clinton it's just enough to pay for a seat on the…

On the recordApril 30, 1996
$10 million is not a big deal to most liberal Democrats. But to Bill Clinton it's just enough to pay for a seat on the Federal appeals court. That's right, Mr. Speaker. Ten million dollars. Just think what you could buy with that much money. A trip around the world. A big, fancy yacht. Or, a seat on one of the highest courts in the land. As a life-time Federal judge, you could have power over the lives of millions of Americans. You could make decisions that shape society and the economy. And you would not even need judicial experience. All you would need is a little fund-raising experience working for the Democrat Party. It's really a no-brainer if you think about it, Mr. Speaker. I mean, what would you rather do with $10 million. Invest in cattle futures, or sit on the Federal bench for the rest of your life. Not a bad deal, I'd say.
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Walter B. Jones
North Carolina

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Criticizing the influence of money in judicial appointments during a House floor speech.

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