“I don’t remember even doing it, so I’m not gonna take accountability for something I don’t know that I actually did.”

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On the recordJanuary 14, 2009
It is difficult to imagine a more compelling situation for appointing an independent counsel.
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Arlen Specter
Democratic · Pennsylvania
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Specter emphasizes the need for an independent counsel in a serious situation.

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