I just say to the Senator and the other people who have an interest in trying to get a result here that would accomplish a purpose that I think is the common goal of many, that we not get fixed in concrete with respect to amendments. Because I am personally convinced, absent amendments, this will not succeed. Unless in the days ahead there is a chance for us to address some of these concerns, which are sincere and genuine on the part of people who probably hold the balance with respect to this question, we will not have a successful conclusion.
Kent Conrad: “I just say to the Senator and the other people who have an interest in trying to get a result here that would accomplish…”
On the recordFebruary 23, 1994
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The speaker addresses the need for amendments to achieve a successful outcome on a legislative issue.
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