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Arlen Specter: We believe this is a starting point. We urge early hearings so we can establish the parameters, so when we deal with…

On the recordFebruary 13, 2002
We believe this is a starting point. We urge early hearings so we can establish the parameters, so when we deal with these treacherous terrorists, we will, in accordance with American standards, give them basic due process--no more, but basic due process.
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Arlen Specter
Democratic · Pennsylvania

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Discussing the need for due process in dealing with terrorists.

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