Justice to oppose a civil action by a World War II POW against a Japanese person or corporation. ‘Should our government be stopping a private citizen from seeking his or her day in court or a grievance?’ asked Sen. Bob Smith, R-N.H., cosponsor of the amendment with Sen. Tom Harkin, D-Iowa. ‘I don’t think so. I think it’s wrong and I’m frankly ashamed that it’s happening.’” [The Associated Press, 09/10/01] XXXX Voted Against Banking Services for Lower-Income Eligible Clients. In 1998, XXXX voted against a measure encouraging credit unions to provide service to lower-income eligible clients. [Vote 236, 7/27/98] 38