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Patrick Moynihan: “I hope he will make available more of the research that has been described so carefully by himself and the Senator from…”

On the recordSeptember 5, 2000
I hope he will make available more of the research that has been described so carefully by himself and the Senator from Arizona. This is new to an easterner but not too new. Two-thirds of the State of New York is covered by hardwood forests and some cedar and pine. But these are important propositions that should be listened to intensively. I surely wish to be one who will do so, and I look forward to supporting the efforts that are indicated.
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Patrick Moynihan
Illinois

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Discussing the importance of research on forestry and environmental issues.

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