William H. Frist: “we will talk over the course of the morning because over the next 5…”

On the recordMay 24, 2005

we will talk over the course of the morning because over the next 5 days, with the memorandum of understanding, we would like to move ahead and address many of the judges. At the same time, we have the nomination of John Bolton, whom the Democratic leader and I have briefly discussed. I do want to be able to continue with the cloture vote that is now on the schedule for noon today. It is important to do so in part because of the events of yesterday, and I want to follow regular order. With that memorandum of understanding, which is important--it is not what the Democratic leader or I asked for--it is important that we see how it is going to be implemented, and the first step will be that vote today. We do have a lot to do this week. I want to keep things organized efficiently and well and use time wisely.

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William H. Frist

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