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Thomas Foley: “I would urge them to ask Mr. Gore to submit his e-mail records. Let us look at Justice Freeh's memorandum of…”

On the recordApril 11, 2000
I would urge them to ask Mr. Gore to submit his e-mail records. Let us look at Justice Freeh's memorandum of understanding to Mrs. Reno. Let us finally look at campaign finance reform as the laws apply today. But, no, let us create a smoke screen.
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Thomas Foley
Washington

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Discussing campaign finance reform and accountability during a floor speech.

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