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Patrick Leahy: “I understand what the leader wants to do. I wanted to make sure that he understands this side of the aisle is ready and…”

On the recordMay 13, 1998
I understand what the leader wants to do. I wanted to make sure that he understands this side of the aisle is ready and raring to go.
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Patrick Leahy
Democratic · Vermont

Editor's note · Context

Expressing readiness to engage in legislative discussions.

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