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George H.W. Bush: “We stand for judges who strictly and faithfully interpret the law instead of legislating from the bench.”

On the recordOctober 6, 2005
We stand for judges who strictly and faithfully interpret the law instead of legislating from the bench.
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George H.W. Bush
Republican · Texas

Editor's note · Context

Bush reiterates his commitment to appointing judges who adhere to strict legal interpretation.

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