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Orrin Hatch: He came to the United States at age 17, if I recall it correctly. He had a very limited knowledge of English, taught…

On the recordFebruary 12, 2003
He came to the United States at age 17, if I recall it correctly. He had a very limited knowledge of English, taught himself English, went on to Columbia University, graduating magna cum laude, and from there went on to Harvard University, where he also graduated magna cum laude and also was editor in chief of the Harvard Law Review. Yes, he overcame a lot of problems. As I say, that is in addition to his disability that has not stopped him from reaching the heights of the legal profession.
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Orrin Hatch
Republican · Utah

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Discussing the achievements of a notable individual during a Senate floor speech.

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