I believe this comment embodies what President Obama intended when he said he wanted a nominee with 'an understanding of how the world works and how ordinary people live.'
Patrick Leahy: “I believe this comment embodies what President Obama intended when he said he wanted a nominee with 'an understanding of…”
On the recordMay 7, 2009
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Leahy emphasizes the importance of a nominee's understanding of everyday people's lives.
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