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Cord Byrd: I point out to the junior Senator from Pennsylvania, who perhaps has not read the 12th amendment lately, that that is…

On the recordFebruary 16, 1995
I point out to the junior Senator from Pennsylvania, who perhaps has not read the 12th amendment lately, that that is what that amendment is all about. There is no Vice President.
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Cord Byrd
Florida

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Discussing the implications of the 12th Amendment during a debate.

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