I believe it is an idea whose time has truly come in not de jure, if you will, but de facto, relating to Senator McCaskill's point.
Chuck Schumer: “I believe it is an idea whose time has truly come in not de jure, if you will, but de facto, relating to Senator…”
On the recordApril 21, 2010
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Schumer supports the end of secret holds, acknowledging McCaskill's efforts.
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