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James A. Leach: “I would only ask, as we look at this particular amendment that has been offered by the distinguished gentleman from…”

On the recordFebruary 16, 1995
I would only ask, as we look at this particular amendment that has been offered by the distinguished gentleman from California [Mr. Berman], two questions: Is it cheaper and more effective to advance the interests of the United States through international burden sharing, or is it cheaper and more effective to go it alone? The second question is, How can we, in times of trauma, ask others to serve with us if we refuse to serve with them? It is in this context that I think this particular amendment would add modestly to the bill and make it something that would be more acceptable to more Members of this body. But I would stress to everyone, this has become a flawed bill in the final measure. With great regret, I am going to have to vote against it.
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James A. Leach
Iowa
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Discussing an amendment related to U.S. international leadership and burden sharing.

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