On the recordFebruary 15, 2011
You will always have the right to a robust debate in an open process that allows you to make your case and offer alternatives. Always. I'm not sure if 'always' applies to this rule.
You will always have the right to a robust debate in an open process that allows you to make your case and offer alternatives. Always. I'm not sure if 'always' applies to this rule.
The speaker is questioning the commitment to open debate in the legislative process.
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