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On the recordFebruary 9, 1994
Yes. We have crossed that point. Does that mean nothing? I think there is a leakage of reality here. Generations hence, there may be people looking back at us thinking how right the Senator from Nebraska has been. It took 1 week in the Finance Committee to get from 4 to 4.3. Even so, sir, I have to say we do not have an appropriate vehicle. When we do, I shall certainly return to the subject. I thank my gallant and courteous friend.
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Daniel Moynihan
New York

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Moynihan discusses the progress and challenges in the Finance Committee regarding a legislative issue.

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