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On the recordJune 10, 2010
I would certainly hope that your side has input on what they want, what you want, what you think ought to be in there. Obviously, we want to respond to some of the crisis not only offshore in Iraq--well, this is mainly Afghanistan and Pakistan as the gentleman knows, but my belief is Mr. Obey will want to have input as well.
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Steny Hoyer
Democratic · Maryland
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govinfo.gov
Jun 10, 2010

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The speaker discusses the need for input on a supplemental bill related to military actions in Afghanistan and Pakistan.

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