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On the recordDecember 1, 1997
I believe that it is painfully obvious that not only do these actions not help the President fulfill his duty and faithfully execute his office, but they directly lead to a failure to uphold this solemn oath and a direct betrayal of the American people.
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Henry Hyde
Illinois
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congress.gov
Dec 1, 1997

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