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Orrin Hatch: “People don't realize how important these circuit courts of appeals are. We have shown this chart that they have is not…”

On the recordNovember 12, 2003
People don't realize how important these circuit courts of appeals are. We have shown this chart that they have is not only inaccurate, it is a bold-faced lie. Because they can't really come out here with a straight face and admit they are going to filibuster at least 12 circuit judges and some district court judges.
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Orrin Hatch
Republican · Utah

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Discussing the significance of circuit courts of appeals and accusations of dishonesty regarding judicial nominations.

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