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Peter Welch discusses his second week on the job in Senate

Published January 17, 2023 | Video Starts at 02:09

I'm wondering, is it easier to get a Cabinet member to Vermont when you're a member of the US Senate? I mean, that didn't take long. You know, you'd have more authority. And of course, I succeed a person who is a giant in Vermont and a giant in the Senate, and that's Patrick Leahy. And my hope is that I'm going to be able to do everything possible so Vermont's voice is heard. (02:09–02:16)

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Asserts that Patrick Leahy was a significant figure in Vermont and the Senate.

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