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Rep. Barney Frank speaks to reporters outside the U.S. Capitol

WAP98121807 - 18 NOVEMBER 1998 - WASHINGTON, D.C., USA: Rep. Barney Frank, D-MA, speaks to reporters outside the U.S. Capitol, December 18, on the eve of a full vote on impeachment. iw/Ian Wagreich UPI


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