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“It seems that immigrants often have a special understanding of the incredible opportunities that this nation affords its citizens.”

Quote by Jon Kyl

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Jon Kyl, a former United States Senator, was born on April 25, 1942. He held several significant positions during his political career and played a crucial role in the U.S. Senate. more

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“The only relevant side is that of the law and the Constitution. We do great injury to the integrity of the court system when we start speaking of sides and stop devoting ourselves to the pursuit of impartial justice.”

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“You have competition every day because you set such high standards for yourself that you have to go out every day and live up to that.”

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“I was pleased to see that Chief Justice [John] Roberts refused to prejudge issues or make promises in exchange for confirmation votes. We're all better off because of his principled stand.”

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“My rule was I will not answer a question that attempts to project how I will rule in a case that might come before the court.”

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