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On the recordJanuary 10, 2010
I have apologized to the president. I have apologized to everyone that within the sound of my voice that I could have used a better choice of words.
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Harry Reid
Democratic · Nevada

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Harry Reid acknowledges his controversial remarks and expresses regret for his choice of words.

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