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On the recordFebruary 25, 2010
Without question, our Government institutions were undermined. The rule of law was disrespected.
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Patrick Leahy
Democratic · Vermont

Editor's note · Context

Leahy emphasizes the negative impact of flawed legal advice on government integrity.

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