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Harry Reid

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Harry Reid is a former United States Senator from Nevada, serving from 1987 to 2017. A member of the Democratic Party, Reid held the position of Senate Majority Leader from 2007 to 2015, making him one of the most powerful figures in the Senate during his tenure. He was known for his leadership on various issues, including healthcare reform and economic recovery efforts following the 2008 financial crisis. Reid played a significant role in passing the Affordable Care Act and was a strong advocate for renewable energy and land conservation in Nevada.

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May 20, 2007

We must not create a law that guarantees a permanent underclass. People who are here to work in low-wage, low-skill jobs.

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May 20, 2007

If we put rhetoric aside, we have the opportunity to pass a law that treats people fairly and strengthens our economy.

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Apr 25, 2007

It will take us a while to put it together, because you have to start all over again.

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Apr 25, 2007

We hope that he does not veto this. If he does, we -- it will take us a while to put it together because you have to start all over again.

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Apr 23, 2007

The president sends out his attack dog, also known as Dick Cheney.

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Apr 23, 2007

The president sends out his attack dog often. That's also known as Dick Cheney. And he was here again today, attacking not only me, but the Democratic Caucus.

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Apr 22, 2007

Congress will no longer turn a blind eye to the Bush administration's 'incompetence and dishonesty.'

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Apr 22, 2007

With all due respect, our president is wrong. And the new Congress will show him the way.

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Apr 19, 2007

As long as we follow the president's path in Iraq, the war is lost.

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