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On the recordJune 9, 2010
Madam President, I ask unanimous consent that the order for the quorum call be rescinded. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. Burning of the Gaspee
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Sheldon Whitehouse
Democratic · Rhode Island

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