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On the recordMarch 20, 1997
I want to call attention to an amendment which the majority refused to allow. When Members have come forward... They will not allow that amendment. They will not allow even a vote on that.
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Barney Frank
Democratic · Massachusetts

Editor's note · Context

Discussing an amendment related to women's health in a legislative debate.

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