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John B. Breaux: “I remember, when I first came to the House of Representatives, I read a book that was written by Lawrence O'Brien...the…”

On the recordJuly 31, 1997
I remember, when I first came to the House of Representatives, I read a book that was written by Lawrence O'Brien...the job is really and truly never done. When I look at the package of spending cuts and the package of tax reductions that we have before the Senate this week, I am really reminded of that whole theme and thesis of Lawrence O'Brien in 'No Final Victories.' Because if you ask a question, Is this a perfect package? the answer, obviously, is no. If you ask the question, Should we have done more? the answer is obviously yes.
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Discussing the importance of incremental progress in governance during Senate debate.

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