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On the recordSeptember 17, 1996
I say to my friend, I haven't seen the amendment, so it is hypothetical. You made a statement that left an inference here on what we were supposed to do, and so I will wait and get a copy of your amendment. I think your intent is good, but I am not sure that the end result will get what you are looking for. I would like to see the amendment.
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Gerald Ford
Republican · Michigan

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Discussing an amendment during a legislative debate.

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