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On the recordOctober 5, 2011
Thank you, Mr. Chairman. I appreciate the hearing and I apologize that I wasn't here for your opening comments.
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Lisa Murkowski
Republican · Alaska

Editor's note · Context

Senator Murkowski expresses gratitude for the hearing despite missing the opening.

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