And, in order to avoid my colleagues having to defend me during their elections, I have, this morning, sent a letter to Speaker Pelosi, asking her to grant me a leave of absence, until such time as the Ethics Committee completes its work.
Rangel explains his decision to step down temporarily to avoid putting his colleagues in a difficult position during elections.
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Once again, Mr. Chairman, I thank you for your insight in using the Oversight Committee to help us wrestle with some serious national problems.
I know what you can't get. And I agree with the chairman, that is outrageous.
We could bring a halt to this condition which is killing off American youth.
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