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On the recordJuly 11, 2005
The longer we postpone the solution to this flooding crisis, the more danger North Dakota, Canada, and surrounding areas will face. The Devils Lake outlet project needs to be in full operation as soon as possible.
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Byron Dorgan
Democratic · North Dakota

Editor's note · Context

Dorgan emphasized the urgency of operating the Devils Lake outlet to prevent flooding dangers.

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