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On the recordFebruary 23, 2016
I must echo the remarks of Senator Durbin about the Senate actually doing its work in confirming nominees. It is a disservice to the country, it is a disservice to the Senate.
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Patrick Leahy
Democratic · Vermont

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Leahy criticizes the Senate for delays in confirming nominees.

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