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On the recordMarch 19, 2007
I'm looking forward to the day when either Senator Harkin or I will be chairman of appropriations. I have a preference.
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Arlen Specter
Democratic · Pennsylvania

Editor's note · Context

Expressing desire for leadership in appropriations committee.

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