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Thomas Daschle: “I have already stated very emphatically my desire to bring up the energy bill prior to the Founders' Day recess, to have…”

On the recordDecember 3, 2001
I have already stated very emphatically my desire to bring up the energy bill prior to the Founders' Day recess, to have a good debate, to talk about all of the issues, including those which are controversial.
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Thomas Daschle
South Dakota

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Discussing the need for a debate on the energy bill and the challenges of Senate procedures.

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