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On the recordMay 13, 2014
I am here for the 67th time to urge my colleagues to wake up to the growing threat of climate change, and today I am joined by my friend and colleague Senator Nelson of Florida, who is a true leader in this fight. Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that we be able to engage in a colloquy for the next 25 minutes. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection.
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Sheldon Whitehouse
Democratic · Rhode Island
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May 13, 2014

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