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Richard K. Armey: “I think we should entertain only the greatest expectations born out of appreciation for the effort already made. If, in…”

On the recordSeptember 27, 1996
I think we should entertain only the greatest expectations born out of appreciation for the effort already made. If, in fact, there are disappointments, I will certainly be the one to come back and share that information later. At this point I do believe that between 1:00 and 2:00, maybe 3:00 tomorrow, we will be able to complete that work.
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Richard K. Armey
Texas

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Discussing the progress of negotiations and expectations for completion.

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