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Ray LaHood

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Ray LaHood is a former Republican member of the U.S. House of Representatives, representing Illinois's 18th congressional district from 1995 to 2009. During his tenure, he served on several committees and was known for his work on transportation and infrastructure issues. LaHood was a strong advocate for reforming the Electoral College, emphasizing the importance of direct elections for public offices. He also played a role in various bipartisan efforts during his time in Congress.

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Dec 1, 1997

I yield 5 minutes to the gentleman from Arkansas (Mr.

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Dec 1, 1997

I think President Clinton should be severely censured; and the censure should be imposed here in the well of the House.

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Dec 1, 1997

I believe this Congress could work out a remedy other than impeachment.

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Dec 1, 1997

I yield 2 1 2 minutes to the gentleman from North Carolina (Mr.

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Dec 1, 1997

I yield such time as he may consume to the gentleman from Illinois (Mr.

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Dec 1, 1997

I believe what is most offensive in terms of the Constitution is that he failed to provide truthful answers to the United States Congress to 81 questions that were submitted to him.

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Dec 1, 1997

I yield 1 minute to the gentleman from Massachusetts (Mr.

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Dec 1, 1997

I believe it has diminished respect for our nation and the Office of the President, if not all elected officials.

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Dec 1, 1997

I yield 1 minute to the gentlewoman from Hawaii (Mrs.

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Dec 1, 1997

I ask my colleagues to consider the explanation of my vote that I have given to my children now at in Colorado.

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Dec 1, 1997

I asked Betty Currie in the oval office this week directly about my concerns.

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Dec 1, 1997

I believe it is absolutely critical for the House to conduct an independent, direct investigation because members are acting on behalf of the American people.

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Dec 1, 1997

I believe, as do most Americans, that the President still has the ability to govern.

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Dec 1, 1997

I yield 4 minutes to the gentleman from Massachusetts (Mr.

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Dec 1, 1997

I yield 1 minute to the gentleman from Pennsylvania (Mr.

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Dec 1, 1997

I yield 3 minutes to the gentleman from South Carolina (Mr.

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Dec 1, 1997

I yield such time as he may consume to the gentleman from Alabama (Mr.

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Dec 1, 1997

I yield 1 minute to the gentleman from Illinois (Mr.

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Dec 1, 1997

I yield 15 seconds to the gentleman from New York (Mr.

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Dec 1, 1997

I yield 2 minutes to the gentleman from Michigan (Mr.

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Dec 1, 1997

This is meant to be the President's sole opportunity to confront his accuser during these proceedings

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Dec 1, 1997

I submit it would be radical for Congress to shirk its Constitutional responsibility.

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Dec 1, 1997

I yield 1 minute to the gentleman from New York (Mr.

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Dec 1, 1997

I yield 2 minutes to the gentleman from Florida (Mr.

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Dec 1, 1997

I yield 2 minutes to the gentleman from California (Mr.

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