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On the recordMarch 24, 2009
I don't think this nomination should be put on hold in any way. We have too many things to be doing in Iraq and in that part of the world.
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Jim Webb
Democratic · Virginia

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Webb argues against delaying Hill's nomination due to pressing issues in Iraq.

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