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Orrin Hatch: It has already been said that the distinction between activity and inactivity is not in the text of the Constitution.

On the recordFebruary 1, 2011
It has already been said that the distinction between activity and inactivity is not in the text of the Constitution.
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Orrin Hatch
Republican · Utah

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Senator Hatch emphasizes a constitutional argument regarding activity and inactivity.

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