I think the purpose of this hearing is not so much pressure, but this is an important set of issues.
Jack Reed: “I think the purpose of this hearing is not so much pressure, but this is an important set of issues.”
On the recordSeptember 13, 2011
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Reed emphasizes the significance of the hearing beyond just exerting pressure.
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