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On the recordOctober 25, 1999
It is a sad sign of our times, Mr. Speaker, when the death of such an individual becomes an invitation for cheap political attack to those who found his brilliance and accomplishments threatening.
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Joe Crowley
Democratic · New York

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Condemnation of political attacks following Dr. Rall's death.

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