On the recordMay 15, 2013
There is a troubling lack of respect for the constitutional separation of powers and for the Senate's role of advice and consent.
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congress.govThere is a troubling lack of respect for the constitutional separation of powers and for the Senate's role of advice and consent.
Critiques the disregard for the Senate's constitutional role in confirmations.
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