03/18/2013
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"the President has taken power that belongs to the people and is authorized to be exercised only by those duly elected to the U.S. Senate."
"I understand and I share the frustration that so many Americans have expressed over the fact that there are delays at times."
"Yes. That is my understanding based on the text of the Constitution, based on the history of the Constitution, its original understanding, and on custom and practice as it has evolved over the last tw..."
"My decision to oppose his confirmation by the Senate has nothing to do with his qualifications."