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Louie Gohmert: I would implore every Democrat of conscience, Madam Speaker, to talk to your leadership. This isn't right. You talked…

On the recordJanuary 30, 2007
I would implore every Democrat of conscience, Madam Speaker, to talk to your leadership. This isn't right. You talked about being open and fair, sunlight. This isn't it. Good government means at least you should have some input, even though we are not having any. Talk to your leadership. Let's get some openness, some sunlight into the process for the good of the American people. I implore every Member of conscience to speak up.
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Louie Gohmert
Republican · Texas

Editor's note · Context

Addressing concerns about a continuing resolution and lack of input from Democrats.

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