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On the recordJanuary 3, 2007
We know, from experience, that majorities come and they go. Majorities are very fragile. And majorities must work with minorities to make that lasting change.
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Harry Reid
Democratic · Nevada

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Harry Reid reflects on the nature of congressional majorities and the importance of bipartisan cooperation.

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