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Sheila Jackson Lee: Go Astros. In the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey, so many impacted, our boys of summer brought it home this weekend. In…

On the recordOctober 23, 2017
Go Astros. In the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey, so many impacted, our boys of summer brought it home this weekend. In the words of David Barron: ``With their season on the line, the Astros drew comfort from the familiar ground on which they stood, the sea of noise that greeted their every move, and the collective will that exemplifies the way they played and the city they represent.'' Astros strong, Houston strong. I am so delighted to have a friendly wager with a dear friend. I don't know for how long. I think he represents the Brooklyn--oh, the Los Angeles Dodgers. I yield to the gentleman from California, and whether he will accept this friendly wager, I offer you Texas barbecue, Congressman Jimmy Gomez.
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Sheila Jackson Lee
Democratic · Texas
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Oct 23, 2017

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