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On the recordJanuary 9, 2020
This is an opportunity for us to get it right. And to take our friend, Mr. Cole's, word, we can move this forward. I see this as a beginning, and we can build on it, but rein in this administration. Send a strong signal. Approve this resolution.
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Earl Blumenauer
Democratic · Oregon

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