I would point out simply that is the policy of this administration as spelled out in the Wellstone amendment. That is why I am hoping that maybe we can still work out some kind of a compromise with the Senator from Kansas because I do not think we are really that far apart.
Discussing potential compromise on policy during Senate floor debate.
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