03/20/2005
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"Nine percent of all Federal judgeships in America are now vacant—9 percent."
"Ninety days is more than enough time for the Committee to conduct any necessary research before holding a hearing."
"That is a generous period designed to give both the Committee and the full Senate ample time to evaluate nominees and answer any questions they may have."
"Today the President outlined his plan to ensure timely consideration of judicial nominees."