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On the recordDecember 16, 2011
I ask unanimous consent that the period for morning business be extended until 7 p.m., with Senators permitted to speak for up to 10 minutes each. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. ____________________
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Bernie Sanders
Independent · Vermont
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Dec 16, 2011

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