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Trent Lott: parliamentary inquiry before I begin: I know we have a balance, going back and forth in this debate. Have any prior…

On the recordJanuary 26, 2006
parliamentary inquiry before I begin: I know we have a balance, going back and forth in this debate. Have any prior arrangements been made with regard to others proceeding, or may I go at this time? The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Senator may proceed until 2.
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