Chuck Schumer
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Chuck Schumer is an American politician serving as the senior United States senator from New York since 1999. A member of the Democratic Party, he has held the position of Senate Majority Leader since January 2021, making him one of the most prominent figures in the U.S. Senate. Schumer previously served in the U.S. House of Representatives from 1981 to 1999, representing New York's 9th congressional district. Throughout his career, he has focused on issues such as healthcare, infrastructure, and economic development, often advocating for policies that benefit working families and promote social justice.
Jun 7, 2011
They have different backgrounds, and each in her own way represents the best that the New York Bar has to offer.
Jun 7, 2011
To me, I would say they mean three things. One is an adherence to the rule of law...
Jun 7, 2011
She's a native of Philadelphia, but has called New York City her home for some time.
Jun 7, 2011
I have been concerned about the reputation of the court in the eastern district of Texas.
Jun 7, 2011
I do not like to choose judges too far right. That comes as no surprise. I also do not like to choose judges too far left, because I think judges who are at the extremes tend to want to make law rather than interpret law.
Jun 7, 2011
Thank you, Mr. Chairman. I appreciate the opportunity to introduce two outstanding nominees.
Jun 7, 2011
I think important qualities in a judge are adherence to the rule of law, integrity, fairness, and moderation.
Jun 7, 2011
I just would remind you that one of the great Yankee fans in the U.S. Senate is immediately to my right.
Jun 7, 2011
I take a lot of time and effort into choosing nominees to the bench, and I have three criteria, actually, when I try to choose judges.
Jun 7, 2011
not only in the future bench, but in our country to produce people like yourselves.
May 17, 2011
first, even though I do not agree with him, it is always a pleasure to listen to my friend from Utah give his arguments. But I will just give mine instead of talking to him. I will just remind him of one thing. This bill is not intended to…
May 16, 2011
I rise in support of legislation we will later vote on this week, authored by the Senator from New Jersey, Mr. Menendez. As we all know, he has been championing this legislation for quite some time. He had the prescience and foresight to…
May 16, 2011
I can report that ONDCP has told my staff this strategy will be done by July 4.
May 16, 2011
Great. That is very good news. Thank you. I appreciate hearing that. I don't have to say anymore.
May 16, 2011
Given what is at stake, I would like to see this team up and running as soon as possible.
May 16, 2011
Because it is a real impediment. Thank you. I am confident that if you work with Amtrak, you can.
May 16, 2011
Will you commit to working your Canadian counterparts to see that all commercial trucks bound for the U.S. get pre-cleared in Canada?
May 16, 2011
All right. Batting two for two. Wish you were playing for the Yankees against the Red Sox this weekend.
May 16, 2011
Is there something you can do to expedite commercial traffic to the U.S. from Canada, such as pre-screening commercial vehicles on the bridges?
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