On the recordJanuary 8, 2006
Listening to the opening statements, I'm concerned that so many senators are already in concrete, without having heard from the nominee.
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transcripts.cnn.comListening to the opening statements, I'm concerned that so many senators are already in concrete, without having heard from the nominee.
Specter expresses concern about senators forming opinions before hearing from Alito.
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