I think, if I might make a short comment, a number of us on both sides of the political aisle, as well as both branches of Government, the executive and the Congress, believe this is an extraordinarily important matter, that it involves our country's economic future as well as security, and that it is important we proceed as expeditiously as possible. I suspect, but I cannot say, there are those who are fearful that we are in the campaign season and, if it goes back to the House, that many will be unable to vote their will for fear they might antagonize some of their important supporters.
Michael Roth: “I think, if I might make a short comment, a number of us on both sides of the political aisle, as well as both branches…”
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Discussing the importance of bipartisan cooperation on economic and security matters.
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