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Summer Lee: “I hope by the time we leave today that people far and wide will begin to realize that regardless of the actions of the…”

On the recordMay 20, 2009
I hope by the time we leave today that people far and wide will begin to realize that regardless of the actions of the executive branch, ultimately rule of law is paramount and must be obeyed.
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Summer Lee
Democratic · Pennsylvania

Editor's note · Context

Emphasizing the importance of rule of law amid bankruptcy proceedings.

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