I only want to echo what my friend and distinguished ranking member has said about Debbie. We have accomplished a lot in the area of trade in recent years, and so much of the credit should go to the staff who have worked so hard and so long. Top among those is Debbie Lamb, who has been available not only to her side, but has been most helpful to the majority as well. Sometimes I think people don't recognize the cooperation that often exists between Members of the two parties. But I think what Debbie has done shows that bipartisanship is still alive. We would not be here celebrating today's vote if not for her splendid contribution.
Michael Roth: “I only want to echo what my friend and distinguished ranking member has said about Debbie. We have accomplished a lot in…”
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Recognizing the contributions of staff member Debbie Lamb in trade negotiations.
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