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Rob Andrews: You will always have the right to a robust debate in an open process that allows you to make your case and offer…

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.
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Rob Andrews
Democratic · New Jersey
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govinfo.gov
Feb 15, 2011

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The speaker is questioning the commitment to open debate in the legislative process.

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