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Arlen Specter

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Arlen Specter was a prominent American politician who served as a U.S. Senator from Pennsylvania for 30 years, from 1981 to 2011. Originally a member of the Republican Party, he switched to the Democratic Party in 2009. During his tenure, Specter was known for his moderate positions and played a key role in various significant legislative efforts, including judicial nominations and health care reform. He was involved in high-profile hearings, including those related to the 9/11 attacks and the confirmation of Supreme Court justices.

Apr 8, 2003

How are you doing, Dr. Lenfant, on finding a cure for scleroderma?

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Apr 8, 2003

These people come to us and say, you are giving NIH all the money. What is happening? I do not like to hear talk of long periods of time on appointing steering committees.

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Apr 8, 2003

And when do you expect to have a permanent director there?

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Apr 8, 2003

Does this new test pose real promise to give an easier, better diagnosis of breast cancer?

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Apr 8, 2003

Thank you very much, Dr. Zerhouni.

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Apr 8, 2003

I broach the subject of some delicacy now, which has already been communicated to you.

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Apr 8, 2003

Dr. Penn, the question is, when was SMA selected for this transitional research program?

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Apr 8, 2003

Well, when will the first grants be awarded?

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Apr 8, 2003

I would like to have precise answers as to when the program was adopted.

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Apr 8, 2003

There is an inevitable sense that a full-time director with that authority is necessary to move an institute along at top speed.

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