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Arlen Specter: “I don't disagree with the Senator from Delaware very often, but I disagree when he says it is above his pay grade. I…”

On the recordMarch 13, 2002
I don't disagree with the Senator from Delaware very often, but I disagree when he says it is above his pay grade. I compliment the Senator from Delaware for his impassioned presentation. I concur with him. I thank the Senator from Nevada for articulating the view of the leadership. It is true the Northeast has special considerations: When you pass through the tunnels in Baltimore, you pass through the Philadelphia train stations, the tunnels going into New York City. It is time we considered the matter. I hope the passion the Senator from Delaware has articulated will move some Senator who has a secret hold on the legislation.
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Arlen Specter
Democratic · Pennsylvania
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Discussing the importance of Northeast transportation issues during Senate debate.

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