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Tom Udall: I have to preside over the Senate, but I am leaving you in the hands of two very capable Senators that I know are very…

On the recordAugust 2, 2010
I have to preside over the Senate, but I am leaving you in the hands of two very capable Senators that I know are very concerned about this issue.
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Tom Udall
Democratic · New Mexico

Editor's note · Context

Udall expresses his need to leave but trusts his colleagues to handle the issue.

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