On the recordMay 18, 2010
I think your bill actually does that. I recognize the complexity of the balancing of interests here to ensure that we do not open the door to people who would want to do great harm to our country.
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congress.govPatrick Leahy: “I think your bill actually does that. I recognize the complexity of the balancing of interests here to ensure that we do…”
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Leahy supports a bill that balances refugee protection with national security concerns.
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