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Arlen Specter: “It is not fair to Congress to keep on moving the goal posts.”

On the recordJune 30, 2010
It is not fair to Congress to keep on moving the goal posts.
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Arlen Specter
Democratic · Pennsylvania

Editor's note · Context

Specter emphasizes the need for clear guidance for Congress.

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