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On the recordDecember 5, 2011
Well, you are the Senate. You decide how to proceed.
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Arlen Specter
Democratic · Pennsylvania

Editor's note · Context

Specter emphasized the Senate's autonomy in decision-making during impeachment proceedings.

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