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On the recordApril 30, 1998
This is a means by which to artificially delay any new decision relative to new entrants. We already have the strategic concept that contemplated and reflected the changes that took place in 1991. You all voted 90 to 6 last night on the amendment of the Senator from Arizona, Senator Kyl, laying out in detail what must be taken into consideration by the United States of America to sign on any new strategic concept. This is, in fact, not necessary. It is not needed, and it is an unnecessary delay. So I am prepared--if my colleague will yield the remainder of his time, I will yield the remainder of mine and I am ready to vote. I urge you all to vote no.
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Joe Biden
Democratic · Delaware

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Opposing an amendment related to new strategic concepts during Senate floor debate.

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