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On the recordFebruary 3, 2009
It's all about getting this thing passed, getting the 60 votes, Anderson, so they can shut off any possibility of a filibuster.
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David Gergen
Independent · Massachusetts

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David Gergen emphasizes the importance of securing 60 votes to prevent a filibuster on the bill.

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