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On the recordDecember 1, 2011
I thank Senators Levin and McCain for drafting a compromise that I think speaks to the best of this country. To my colleagues, please don't upset this delicate balance. If you do, you will open a Pandora's box. Mr. McCAIN. Madam President, I say to both Senators while they are on the floor, if it had not been for their invaluable effort, this legislation would not have come about. I thank them for their incredibly important contributions, using the benefit of the experience that both Members have. I yield the floor. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Senator from California.
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Lindsey Graham
Republican · South Carolina

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