John McCain actually said...

This agreement is meant in the finest traditions of the Senate it was entered into: trust, respect and mutual desire to see the institution of the Senate function in ways that protect the rights of the minority.

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Senator McCain describes the agreement as being in line with the traditions of the Senate.

05/22/2005

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