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John Joseph Moakley: I am afraid the gentleman has watched too closely. But also he may remember the most-favored-nation status China trade…

On the recordMarch 11, 1998
I am afraid the gentleman has watched too closely. But also he may remember the most-favored-nation status China trade bill that I opened the rule because there were some very-much-needed amendments, and it is very reminiscent of what we are doing today.
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John Joseph Moakley
Massachusetts

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Discussing the China trade bill and its amendments during a debate.

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