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Patrick Leahy: “I have referred to Senator Byrd as the Senate's constitutional sage. Senator Byrd has played a leading role in…”

On the recordApril 26, 2000
I have referred to Senator Byrd as the Senate's constitutional sage. Senator Byrd has played a leading role in protecting our Constitution over the last several years as it has weathered assault after assault. He counseled the Senate on the so-called balanced budget amendment, which would have been a travesty. He was right. He has preserved the protection of our separation of powers against the line-item veto. Again, he was right. He showed great courage and wisdom with his vote and statement on the flag amendment on March 29.
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Patrick Leahy
Democratic · Vermont
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Discussing the contributions of Senator Byrd to constitutional protections during Senate floor debate.

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