On the recordApril 13, 2011
Mr. President, may I address the Senate? The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. The Senator is recognized.
Mr. President, may I address the Senate? The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. The Senator is recognized.
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