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Keith Ellison: That's right. So this is the progressive message, this 1-hour Special Order that the Progressive Caucus comes to the…

On the recordFebruary 10, 2009
That's right. So this is the progressive message, this 1-hour Special Order that the Progressive Caucus comes to the American people to talk about what is really happening, Mr. Speaker. We have been fortunate to have the chairperson of the Progressive Caucus, who's been offering tremendous leadership, not only on economics, not only on an inclusive economics system, but also on war and peace. That's another thing that you have done such a great job on. How many 5-minute speeches have you given on the issue of peace?
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Keith Ellison
Minnesota

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Discussing the role of the Progressive Caucus in addressing economic and peace issues.

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