Sen. Menendez: Proud Of Sotomayor's Nomination

Senator Robert Menendez (D-N.J.) speaks out in support of Judge Sonia Sotomayor’s Supreme Court nomination.

“Let me make one thing perfectly clear: We get to be proud of this nominee because she is exceptionally qualified, first and foremost. We get to be proud of her vast knowledge of the law, her practical experience fighting crime and her proven record of dedication to equal justice under the law,” said Menendez. (0:19)


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Sen. Menendez: Sotomayor Is Proof That The American Dream Is Within Reach

Sen. Robert Menendez (D-N.J.) spoke out Tuesday in favor of Judge Sonia Sotomayor’s Supreme Court nomination. Menendez says Sotomayor's nomination to the Supreme Court is proof that the American dream is within reach for everyone who is "willing to work hard, play by the rules, and give back to their communities, regardless of their ethnicity, gender or social economic background." Menendez noted that it shows further proof of the deep roots the Hispanic community in the U.S. (0:12)


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Building institutions important to foreign aid according to Melendez

Sen. Menendez (D-N.J.) says institution-building is the most important part of foreign aid even though it does not bring immediate dividends. (0:43)
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Menendez says foreign aid beneficial to both sides

Sen. Menendez (D-N.J.) sees foreign aid to Latin and South America as mutually beneficial for them and the United States. (0:41)
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Senator Bob Menendez (D-NJ) Opposing Secretary Alphonso Jackson's "Hiding" From Congressional Questioning

Senator Bob Menendez (D-NJ) criticizing Secretary Alphonso Jackson at Committee on Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs hearing on oversight of H.U.D. program and its fiscal year 2009 budget. (1:02)
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