On the recordSeptember 8, 2020
Are we in pursuit of a more perfect Union, or are we backtracking on that pursuit?
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congress.govAre we in pursuit of a more perfect Union, or are we backtracking on that pursuit?
Clyburn questions the commitment to democracy and progress.
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I thank Mr. Figures for his comments. Mr. Speaker, may I inquire as to how much time is remaining? The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. McGuire). The gentleman from South Carolina has 8 minutes remaining.
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