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On the recordJanuary 29, 2003
another day or so to be able to complete an adequate hearing and have an adequate hearing record for the Senate does not do the nominees bad nor does it hurt the Senate.
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Patrick Leahy
Democratic · Vermont

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Leahy argues for more time to ensure a thorough hearing process.

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