Madam President, in conclusion, let's meet in the middle. Let's put this 2011 budget issue behind us quickly. Let's move on to long-term deficit reduction and job creation. If we fail, let's not get paid for our work here. This afternoon I will be back to ask unanimous consent: No budget, no pay. Madam President, I yield the floor. The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tempore. The Senator from Tennessee.
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