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Orrin Hatch: Yes, the distinguished Senator makes a good point. She was elected by 76 percent of the vote. I would have to say, she…

On the recordNovember 12, 2003
Yes, the distinguished Senator makes a good point. She was elected by 76 percent of the vote. I would have to say, she wrote a majority of the majority opinions, and joined in some 73, if I recall correctly, unanimous opinions. In other words, she is not only in the mainstream, she is one of the best justices, State justices in the country. They are treating her like dirt. I don't understand that kind of treatment.
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Orrin Hatch
Republican · Utah

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Defending a state justice's qualifications and treatment during a Senate floor debate.

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