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Vernon Ehlers: Finally, I am reminded of the comments of Mr. Rodney King, whom I did not think I would ever quote on the floor of…

On the recordJanuary 24, 1995
Finally, I am reminded of the comments of Mr. Rodney King, whom I did not think I would ever quote on the floor of Congress, but give his famous statement, ``Can't we all just get along?'' Can't we all just get along for the good of the American people and for the purpose of debate in this body?
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Vernon Ehlers
Republican · Michigan

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Addressing the need for civility and cooperation in Congress.

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