I have protested pretty consistently in that committee, saying we need more hearings, that we do not need to rush that bill through. It would be well to have the House act, let us see that bill so we would better know what amendments we should try to offer. I have urged that outside witnesses be called.
Discussing the need for more hearings on the Iraq appropriations measure in the Senate.
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