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Jeff Merkley: “I think it would be useful if the citizens of our Nation were to know who was objecting and that the names be read into…”

On the recordMay 18, 2010
I think it would be useful if the citizens of our Nation were to know who was objecting and that the names be read into the Record. I think the citizens have a right to know where their Senators stand on this issue. It is an ideal time to let the citizens know who is putting the secret holds on this amendment.
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Jeff Merkley
Democratic · Oregon
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govinfo.gov
May 18, 2010

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Senator Merkley is advocating for transparency regarding objections to an amendment.

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