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Robert C. Byrd: I think we have an exceedingly important bill. We ought to be allowed to make opening statements.

On the recordMarch 27, 2003
I think we have an exceedingly important bill. We ought to be allowed to make opening statements.
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Robert C. Byrd
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congress.gov
Mar 27, 2003

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Senator Byrd emphasizes the importance of allowing more discussion on the bill.

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