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On the recordMay 22, 2008
I absolutely agree with the Senator from Texas that we have to get to a point where we can debate and vote on alternatives to assist our veterans. It is very distressing to me to hear there are TV ads running against the Senator from Texas and against my colleague from Arizona that call into question your commitment and his commitment to the veterans of our country. I am informed that one of the ads says: Senator Cornyn is fighting tooth and nail against giving adequate benefits to our troops and veterans, using it as a wedge in partisan politics. Is the Senator aware that language is being used in an ad against the Senator from Texas.
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Jon Kyl
Republican · Arizona
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Discussing the need for bipartisan support for veterans' benefits and addressing negative campaign ads.

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