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On the recordJuly 18, 1996
If people want to speak, they better show up. There is no Senator on this floor wishing to speak on this matter. I have not been informed of any. I have been told that there might be, but there comes a time when that will no longer do.
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Patrick Moynihan
Illinois

Editor's note · Context

Addressing the lack of Senators present to discuss a matter on the Senate floor.

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