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Tom Carper: “I know not everyone was anxious to hold this second hearing. I am glad that we have.”

On the recordJune 17, 2009
I know not everyone was anxious to hold this second hearing. I am glad that we have.
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Tom Carper
Democratic · Delaware

Editor's note · Context

Senator Carper expresses gratitude for the hearing despite some reluctance.

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