Further, it is not a question of whether the U.S. diplomats and negotiators are telling the truth and the Russians are not telling the truth. It is a question of, is there a meeting of the minds? It is a question of what is in the Russian mind as to whether they could have a right to leave the treaty if we proceed with the missile defense? The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Senator from Arizona.
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Well, I think the negotiation with Mr. McCarthy, if it's not successful, they'll be looking for the next able person who will agree with what Mr. McCarthy would not agree with.
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Madam Chairman, today's activities are designed to divide Congress, to divide the American people, and not to bring us together.
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