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Michael Burgess: I thank the chairman. And I would address to the chairman: the gentleman who previously spoke must understand that this…

On the recordJanuary 19, 2011
I thank the chairman. And I would address to the chairman: the gentleman who previously spoke must understand that this legislation was litigated in front of the American people for the last 2 years. They rendered their verdict, and the jury verdict in November was, ``We reject what you have done. We want something better.'' That's what this process is about today.
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Michael Burgess
Republican · Texas
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Jan 19, 2011

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Burgess discusses public sentiment regarding recent legislation and the need for improvement.

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