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On the recordMay 16, 2013
Reserving the right to object, the kind of abuse, the kind of betrayal of trust described in the resolution proposed by my friend and my colleague from Connecticut is different in kind from that described in my resolution. The kind of abuse involved in my resolution involves the intentional taking, the first-degree premeditated murder of a human life. I think that deserves its own consideration, and on that basis I object. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Objection is heard. The Senator from Connecticut.
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Bill Lee
Republican · Tennessee
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May 16, 2013

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