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On the recordJuly 26, 2012
I ask unanimous consent that the call of the quorum be rescinded. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. The Economy
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Bernie Sanders
Independent · Vermont
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Jul 26, 2012

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