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Robert C. Byrd: “I know how frustrating it is to the leaders of this body when they have to be concerned about the problems facing their…”

On the recordAugust 1, 1990
I know how frustrating it is to the leaders of this body when they have to be concerned about the problems facing their colleagues, and the need for their colleagues to get out and chase money all over this country, hold their hats in their hands and ask for money.
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Robert C. Byrd
West Virginia
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Aug 1, 1990

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Speaking on banning honoraria for Senators in connection with campaign finance reform.

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