Yes, I will if the gentleman will agree to work on a bipartisan approach to this problem that is a good solution. Bipartisan legislation could address the concerns of all stakeholders. I look forward to working with the gentleman.
Jerry Lewis: “Yes, I will if the gentleman will agree to work on a bipartisan approach to this problem that is a good solution.…”
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Discussing the need for bipartisan cooperation on legislative solutions.
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