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On the recordAugust 4, 1991
The American people are going to see, and the Senate will confirm, that Judge Thomas is the right person to earn the title 'Mr. Justice.'
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George H.W. Bush
Republican · Texas

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Statement on the Nomination of Clarence Thomas To Be an Associate Justice of the United States Supreme Court

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