Patrick Leahy
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Patrick Leahy is a former United States Senator from Vermont, serving from 1975 until 2023. A member of the Democratic Party, he was the longest-serving senator in Vermont's history and held significant leadership roles, including President pro tempore of the Senate. Throughout his tenure, Leahy was known for his work on issues such as civil liberties, health care, and environmental protection. He played a key role in various legislative efforts, including the Violence Against Women Act and initiatives to reform the criminal justice system.
Dec 5, 2008
the COPS program is C-O-P-S, a program to bring additional law enforcement into local law enforcement.
Jul 15, 2008
the online advertising industry in the U.S. I understood surpassed $21 billion last year
Jul 15, 2008
the Internet opens new means of communication, new ways to buy and sell products
Feb 13, 2008
the administration has aggressively sought to expand executive power in alarming ways.
Feb 13, 2008
Now, Senator Specter and Senator Kennedy and I introduced a bill to help guide the courts.
Jul 12, 2006
Well, maybe let me put it this way: We have basically a guest worker program and a path to citizenship.
Jul 12, 2006
The opposition to providing bilingual ballots to bilingual American citizens, who are vested with the right to vote, is a particularly troubling part of this debate.
Jul 12, 2006
You have a remarkable story, and I am glad to hear your testimony in favor of comprehensive immigration reform.
Jul 12, 2006
I believe there is real merit to President Bush's argument that if we increase the opportunity to come to the United States legally, we will reduce the demand for illegal entry.
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