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“If a catastrophic event wipes out a large portion of House members, America needs to know this body, elected by the people, will be quickly and legally reconstituted and will continue to function.”

Quote by Charles W. Pickering

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Charles W. Pickering

Charles W. Pickering, an esteemed American judge, was born on May 29, 1937. He served as a judge in the United States federal court and had a significant impact on the judicial system. more

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