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On the recordJuly 22, 2013
But to the extent that the existence of the patent and the existence of the current patent term as we have it set up, facilitates innovation, leads to innovation.
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Mike Lee
Republican · Utah

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Senator Lee emphasizes the role of patents in fostering innovation.

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