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Davide: Conviction rate must be based on senators qualified to vote
MANILA, Philippines— Former Supreme Court Chief Justice Hilario Davide Jr. said the votes needed to convict in an impeachment trial should be based on the number of senators qualified to vote, “not the 24 in the present Senate.” Davide…
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