Tom Coburn: “Dear Mr. Frumin: I write to express my dismay with the situation that occurred in the Senate on Wednesday, December…”

“Dear Mr. Frumin: I write to express my dismay with the situation that occurred in the Senate on Wednesday, December, 16th, 2009, regarding Sanders Amendment No. 2837. Specifically, I refer to the ruling that permitted Senator Sanders to unilaterally withdraw his amendment during its reading. This ruling had immediate, untoward, and severe ramifications for consideration of highly consequential legislation. After thorough research into the matter, I firmly believe the Chair incorrectly applied Senate rules and precedents to permit Senator Sanders to withdraw the amendment.”