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On the recordFebruary 9, 2010
Madam President, if the Senator would yield further, the reason I was here is I was told the time, 45 minutes, was to be used for both nominations. If the Senator from Iowa wishes to use all the time for his nomination, I also point out that Judge Greenaway has been waiting since last June for his vote. But certainly the Senator has the floor. I understand he has the floor and I understand he can take all the time and not leave any time to the other Senators who are supposed to receive time. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Democrats retain 7 minutes 40 seconds in debate. The Senator from Iowa is recognized.
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