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James Traficant: “Politicians have always been known for gas, but a St. Louis alderman had to make an important decision. In the midst of…”

On the recordJuly 30, 2001
Politicians have always been known for gas, but a St. Louis alderman had to make an important decision. In the midst of a heated debate, she had to urinate. Now if that is not enough to threaten a filibuster, the Member said, and I quote, ``Rather than leave the Chamber, my staff surrounded me with blankets,'' and Mr. Speaker, the rest is history. The woman did void. Unbelievable. What is next? Chamber port-a-potties? How about window urinals? Beam me up. I yield back the fact that when taxpayers say politics stink they are not talking about the Roto-Rooter man.
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James Traficant
Ohio
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Discussing a humorous incident involving a St. Louis alderman during a debate.

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