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Ronald Dellums: “The gentleman knows that both of us are very articulate people. We need not put words in each other's mouth. I am saying…”

On the recordFebruary 15, 1995
The gentleman knows that both of us are very articulate people. We need not put words in each other's mouth. I am saying very specifically, you have got the votes. Go on and accept the amendment. Let's not filibuster this issue. Let's get on to other amendments that are very important. That is exactly what the gentleman is saying.
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Ronald Dellums
Democratic · California

Editor's note · Context

Discussing the acceptance of an amendment during a legislative debate.

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