As a matter of fact, we just discussed it a moment ago. If the Senator wants to object, he can go ahead and object. I think the implication here is that there is some sinister effort here. And it is certainly not true. This is something that is very noncontroversial. I don't know of any problem with it. I can't imagine why any Senator would object to it.
Addressing objections to a noncontroversial matter during Senate floor debate.
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