I wish to address two issues this afternoon. Before I do, I say to the Republican leader that I will gladly support his joint resolution. I spent time in Burma. I have observed the situation on the ground. We do need to engage Burma and assist in its movement toward better political conditions, but I believe sanctions are clearly appropriate.
Discussing U.S. policy towards Burma and the need for sanctions.
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Thank you, Mr. President. I thank the Parliamentarian for that clarification. (The remarks of Mr. Webb pertaining to the introduction of S. 3372 are located in today's Record under ``Statements on Introduced Bills and Joint Resolutions.'')
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