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Harry Reid

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Harry Reid is a former United States Senator from Nevada, serving from 1987 to 2017. A member of the Democratic Party, Reid held the position of Senate Majority Leader from 2007 to 2015, making him one of the most powerful figures in the Senate during his tenure. He was known for his leadership on various issues, including healthcare reform and economic recovery efforts following the 2008 financial crisis. Reid played a significant role in passing the Affordable Care Act and was a strong advocate for renewable energy and land conservation in Nevada.

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Feb 4, 2009

In the best tradition of Department of Justice, he will serve in a manner blind to partisanship, blind to politics, and--rule of law.

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Feb 4, 2009

We're all grateful for every one of these fine people who work with us.

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Feb 4, 2009

Ron Weich will play an integral role, an integral part, rebuilding the Department of Justice to the once-again place where all are equal under the law, all are protected by the law, and no one is above the law.

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Feb 4, 2009

I believe we are a better country because of people like Ron Weich.

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Feb 4, 2009

Ron Weich is one such person who has worked for me as part of my senior staff for 4 years.

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Feb 4, 2009

I am pleased to present Ronald H. Weich as the nominee for Assistant Attorney General.

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Jan 29, 2009

despite all of this, Tom Daschle will be confirmed as Barack Obama's HHS secretary

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Jan 28, 2009

If Judd Gregg resigns from the Senate, you have got 59 Senate Democrats right now. All of a sudden, if that governor appoints another Democratic, you have got the magic number of 60 Senate Democrats, enough to break filibusters, to put off…

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Jan 14, 2009

I think that, you know, he was caught holding the ball. And I don't think he handled it well in the beginning.

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Jan 12, 2009

I think we will get the necessary votes, yes. I feel very confident about that.

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