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On the recordDecember 14, 2011
I thank the Senator from Texas. I know her objection was on behalf of the Republican Senate leader. I would appeal to him and all Republicans on that side of the aisle, let's get down to the business of extending this payroll tax cut for working families and maintaining the unemployment insurance to help millions of Americans. Let's get it done before we even consider leaving for this holiday season. I yield the floor. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Senator from Texas. ____________________
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Dick Durbin
Democratic · Illinois
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Dec 14, 2011

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