On the recordMarch 27, 2003
I do not think it is in the people's interest of this country to rush this bill as it is being rushed.
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Robert C. Byrd
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congress.govI do not think it is in the people's interest of this country to rush this bill as it is being rushed.
Senator Byrd expresses concern about the rushed nature of the bill's discussion.
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