I think it is always spectacular when people give up the opportunity to do other things and come into public service where you are guaranteed to come out 20 years older and 30 years poorer, but you do not care because you want a chance to serve your country.
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You have been a leader on that issue, and your engagement on these issues and hopefully work with Senator Thune is enormously important.
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I produced a bill, which caused some angst on K Street, but obviously opened up a conversation.
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