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Orrin Hatch: “Our legal system could not and cannot be held hostage to the political nitpicking--which is exactly what is going on…”

On the recordFebruary 26, 2003
Our legal system could not and cannot be held hostage to the political nitpicking--which is exactly what is going on here. I admit that my distinguished colleague from Illinois did take the time to submit questions. None of the others did, except Senator Kennedy. All of them are complaining that he didn't answer the questions. I will say that my friend and colleague from Illinois did take the time to submit written questions. He deserves credit for that. But as far as I know, I don't believe he asked any questions at the hearing.
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Orrin Hatch
Republican · Utah
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Discussing the political dynamics surrounding a legal hearing.

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