Roland Burris Sworn In as Obama Senate Successor

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Well, they've proven that he's not in any way related to the scandal, and he seems to have similar ideals and policies to the man he's replacing. I'm sure every eye will be on him, and if there's an issue, they'll jump all on it.
Till then, let the man do his job. He's a Howard Law graduate by the way. It's inspiring to see a graduate of an HBCU do well.

Crystal Marie of DC 5:38PM January 15, 2009

The Senate and Obama should have early on recognized that the Senate rule requiring state Secretary of State signature on Burris credentials was not constitutionally sound. Instead they continue to say that his credentials are now in order. Do they not understand the Constitution?

Don Sharp of NE 5:17PM January 15, 2009

The Senate and Obama should have early on recognized that the Senate rule requiring state Secretary of State signature on Burris credentials was not constitutionally sound. Instead they continue to say that his credentials are now in order. Do they not understand the Constitution?

Don Sharp of NE 5:17PM January 15, 2009