On the recordNovember 13, 2011
The main thing that we have to remember here is this is the beginning. This is not a bill that it's a onetime deal.
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congress.govThe main thing that we have to remember here is this is the beginning. This is not a bill that it's a onetime deal.
Manchin emphasizes the ongoing nature of the legislative process.
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