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Lloyd Doggett: “I will at this point withdraw my reservation, but would want noted by the reservation my concern as a former member of…”

On the recordMarch 13, 2008
I will at this point withdraw my reservation, but would want noted by the reservation my concern as a former member of the Judiciary about the precedent-setting nature of this. This is the fourth time since 1825, and I just ask that we stick to the purpose for which the gentleman has said we are gathering, and we give the most careful consideration before embarking on any such secret sessions in the future.
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Lloyd Doggett
Democratic · Texas

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Expressing concerns about the precedent of secret sessions during a House debate.

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