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Byron Dorgan: “Well, this year will end 30 years in the United States Congress. It's a great privilege, but there are other things I…”

On the recordMarch 9, 2010
Well, this year will end 30 years in the United States Congress. It's a great privilege, but there are other things I wish to do.
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Byron Dorgan
Democratic · North Dakota

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Dorgan reflects on his long tenure in Congress and his desire for new opportunities.

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