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Focus (Forum & Focus)

Jul. 31, 2008

Blocking Judge's Nomination Puts Boxer's Reputation at Risk

Sen. Barbara Boxer is putting her reputation in jeopardy by holding up the nomination of a well-qualified judge to the federal bench, writes David A. DeGroot. - Forum Column

FORUM COLUMN

By David A. DeGroot
This article appears on Page 4

      This is a direct plea to Sen. Barbara Boxer.
      Senator, you have always had guts and have a record of taking controversial stands. I urge you to recognize that same characteristic in Judge James Rogan and allow his nomination to the federal district court in Southern California to proceed to a Senate vote.
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