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David Obey: However, Mr. Chairman, we think it is very important to have this fundamental debate about these spending priorities…

On the recordSeptember 5, 1997
However, Mr. Chairman, we think it is very important to have this fundamental debate about these spending priorities within this bill, and we think that it is important that all of the Members of the House understand the decisions that are being made within the context of a balanced budget agreement.
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David Obey
Wisconsin

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Discussing funding priorities in relation to an amendment for the IDEA program.

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