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Patrick Leahy: If the Senator would read the whole quote in context, I am happy to answer any questions he has. If he is unwilling--

On the recordMarch 11, 2003
If the Senator would read the whole quote in context, I am happy to answer any questions he has. If he is unwilling--
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Patrick Leahy
Democratic · Vermont

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Responding to a colleague's comments during a Senate debate.

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