Published 1/13/2009
at L.A. Times - Politics
The former state attorney general picked by embattled Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich as Barack Obama's replacement expects to be seated this week. He extends an olive branch to his opponents.
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His appointment finally endorsed by U.S. Senate leadership, Roland Burris said Monday he expects to be sworn in this week as Barack Obama's replacement.
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