I am glad to see Senator Graham's addition to the bill on a counterterrorism czar.
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.
I believe that dispute would be obviated if the Congress acts to create a cabinet-level position.
I think that Senator Thompson is correct that there has to be input from the White House.
I have sought recognition today to offer a bipartisan Senate concurrent resolution addressing the current steel import crisis, which has been brought about due to the Asian and Russian financial crisis
The Senator from Minnesota, the Senator from Illinois, and the Senator from Massachusetts I think are looking at the wrong numbers.
I yield the remainder of the time that I have on my side.
I think it is very important that there be a real effort on the part of Republicans, because we Republicans are in control, to not press for every bit of advantage.
the Senator from Massachusetts is trying to help through an increase in minimum wage, he is hurting by stopping the reform of bankruptcy.
I believe the proponents of this amendment and of the underlying concept have greatly oversimplified the issue.
I urge my colleagues to defeat the Kennedy-Wellstone amendment.
I ask unanimous consent that reading of the amendment be dispensed with.





