I was hoping that the recent Presidents Day recess would have convinced my colleagues that everything has been said and, thus, it is time now to vote. But we will continue to work with the other side with the hope that at some point they will allow an up- or-down vote on this qualified nominee.
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Discussing the need for a vote on a nominee after the Presidents Day recess.
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