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Tina Smith: So much can be accomplished if colleagues will focus on the possible instead of the polemic. When we do that, we find…

On the recordApril 7, 2005
So much can be accomplished if colleagues will focus on the possible instead of the polemic. When we do that, we find that the people's business is moved forward in a positive way and our Nation makes progress. I conclude with these words: I do not know how long Oregonians will grant me the honor of representing them in the Senate, but I do know for as long as I am in this Chamber and for as long as Senator Wyden is my colleague, we will continue to look for ways to move beyond partisanship and to continue our partnership for Oregon.
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Tina Smith
Democratic · Minnesota

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Discussing the importance of bipartisanship and collaboration in the Senate.

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