Richard Durbin actually said...

I had one Senator who was an obstacle. I never convinced him, but I outlasted him and eventually passed in fiscal year 2009 the language necessary for this.

Context

Durbin discusses overcoming opposition to ensure pay for activated Guard and Reserve members.

03/17/2010

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