On the recordJuly 22, 2009
The lack of a valid solution will create confusion and constitutional crisis at precisely the worst possible moment.
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congress.govBrian Baird: “The lack of a valid solution will create confusion and constitutional crisis at precisely the worst possible moment.”
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Baird warns about potential chaos without a constitutional plan during emergencies.
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