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James Carville: “If it weren't be for Congressman Markey and Senator Boxer and Senator Nelson, we wouldn't even have this today.”

On the recordJune 8, 2010
If it weren't be for Congressman Markey and Senator Boxer and Senator Nelson, we wouldn't even have this today.
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James Carville
Democratic · Louisiana

Editor's note · Context

Carville credits specific lawmakers for their role in obtaining crucial information regarding the oil spill.

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