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" I've never really read any books about Washington, neither the politics nor the city. "

Bennie Thompson

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" Any successful nominee should possess both the temperament to interpret the law and the wisdom to do so fairly. The next Supreme Court Justice should have a record of protecting individual rights and a strong willingness to put aside any political agenda. "

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" At home I have hunting magazines on my nightstand. I'm an avid hunter. I hunt every chance I get. "

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