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Cord Byrd: “He said, ``we lay waste our powers.'' But I can assure you that the Senator from Tennessee doesn't lay awaste his…”

On the recordJuly 10, 2000
He said, ``we lay waste our powers.'' But I can assure you that the Senator from Tennessee doesn't lay awaste his powers. He is a busy man, and he serves his country and his State in a great fashion. I thank the Senator for his kind words.
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Cord Byrd
Florida

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Praising a fellow senator's dedication and service to their state and country.

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