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Originally Posted by host
IMO, this is outrageous because all of these officials, especially Gonzales and Roberts, knew what constitutes conflict of interest, and did it anyway. They demonstrate contempt or disregard for legal ethics, the law itself, and the rights of those who petition the federal court in criminal matters.
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Why so angry? Host, can you explain to me why any of us should care that this happened? Does this have an impact on the quality of Justice Mr. Roberts would make if he were confirmed? If not, this thread is rather pointless.
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