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On the recordJuly 16, 1997
I would just urge the gentleman to understand that people on this side are not tolerant of any improper behavior in terms of the administration of those funds, and we will work with them to get at the root of the problem. We would hope, however, that he would support the full appropriation and allow this important program to go forward.
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Bernie Sanders
Independent · Vermont

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Discussing the importance of full appropriation for a program during a debate.

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