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On the recordOctober 12, 2013
I ask unanimous consent that the Speaker and the Parliamentarian take a good look at the rules of this House so that Members can protest the closing down of the United States Government. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The gentleman has not made a proper request.
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Charles Rangel
Democratic · New York

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