On the recordApril 18, 2012
I think there should be a decorum here that at least shows respect to our witnesses.
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congress.govPaul Tonko: “I think there should be a decorum here that at least shows respect to our witnesses.”
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Tonko advocates for respectful treatment of witnesses during the hearing.
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