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Mike Lee: the powers of the Federal Government are few and defined, whereas those reserved to the States are numerous and…

On the recordFebruary 1, 2011
the powers of the Federal Government are few and defined, whereas those reserved to the States are numerous and indefinite.
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Mike Lee
Republican · Utah

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Lee emphasizes the limited powers of the federal government compared to states' rights.

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