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On the recordMay 16, 2011
I think most Members of Congress aren't aware of how it's being applied either, even though they're being asked to vote for it.
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Ron Wyden
Democratic · Oregon

Editor's note · Context

Wyden points out that Congress lacks awareness of the PATRIOT Act's implementation.

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