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On the recordJuly 31, 2003
I am delighted we have expressed that commitment to address issues, first and foremost energy. That is our number one priority. Everything else is secondary.
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William H. Frist
Tennessee

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Discussing the Senate's priorities, particularly focusing on energy legislation.

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