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John W. Olver: “This amendment would assure no peace. I urge a 'no' vote on this amendment.”

On the recordApril 3, 2000
This amendment would assure no peace. I urge a 'no' vote on this amendment.
Said by
John W. Olver
Massachusetts
Source
congress.gov
Apr 3, 2000

Editor's note · Context

Calling for a rejection of the amendment affecting Kosovo peace efforts.

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