Harry Reid: “In years past, when Senator Dole was running for President, when he was still here, we went out of our way to make sure…”

“In years past, when Senator Dole was running for President, when he was still here, we went out of our way to make sure Senator Dole had the opportunity to do whatever he wanted to do. If he wanted to vote on one, two, three, or four items, we made sure he had that same opportunity. It was the same with Senator McCain when he was running. We went out of our way to make sure when they were here they were protected. Will the distinguished Democratic leader agree this is somewhat unusual that Senator Kerry, who feels this veterans amendment is important--he is a distinguished, decorated veteran. He feels he should be here to vote on the amendment. Isn't that somewhat unusual?”