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On the recordFebruary 25, 2010
That is exactly what has happened with this objection, this objection to extend unemployment benefits for 30 days. That is all we are asking for, 30 days.
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Dick Durbin
Democratic · Illinois
Source
govinfo.gov
Feb 25, 2010

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Senator Durbin is discussing an objection to extending unemployment benefits.

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