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Harry Reid: “I think the last 2 days have been some of the finest hours of the Senate this year. The debate has been constructive on…”

On the recordNovember 21, 2003
I think the last 2 days have been some of the finest hours of the Senate this year. The debate has been constructive on both sides. I think it has been issue-oriented. I have been very impressed with the manner in which the debate has proceeded. The two managers of the bill are, of course, both experienced, and I am confident that the debate for the next hour will be just as constructive. We have our time lined up. Everyone is here to make their speeches. I look forward to a vigorous debate and a vote in about an hour.
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Harry Reid
Democratic · Nevada
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Discussing the quality of debate in the Senate prior to a vote.

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