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On the recordMarch 9, 1995
A couple of questions that the gentlewoman's comments have raised. The first one is I believe every Member has received today a package of old fashioned Girl Scout cookies. Does the gentlewoman have any understanding of why these special interests keep hiding behind the skirts of the Little League and outfits like the Girl Scouts instead of fighting their own battles?
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Lloyd Doggett
Democratic · Texas

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Questioning the influence of special interests during a discussion.

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