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On the recordApril 22, 2009
How critical is it for the Senate to confirm Dawn Johnsen as the Assistant Attorney General in charge of OLC?
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Patrick Leahy
Democratic · Vermont

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Leahy emphasizes the importance of confirming Dawn Johnsen for national security.

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