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Patrick Leahy: I notice that the Senator mentioned all the reversals. I think half of those reversals in the last year were decisions…

On the recordMarch 9, 2000
I notice that the Senator mentioned all the reversals. I think half of those reversals in the last year were decisions written by Reagan appointees and Bush appointees. I don't recall the Senator from New Hampshire or anyone on his side voting against those judges.
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Patrick Leahy
Democratic · Vermont

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Discussing judicial decisions and appointments during a Senate debate.

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