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On the recordJune 30, 2010
It is a fair question to ask a nominee in what direction would you move the Court.
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Patrick Leahy
Democratic · Vermont

Editor's note · Context

Leahy emphasizes the importance of understanding a nominee's potential impact on the Court.

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