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“ I'm looking at something, and I've talked to Paulson about this -- warrants that would put the federal government first, ”
Schumer, Kyl expect bailout agreement
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“ The bottom line is (al-Megrahi) should have never been released in the first place but it would be even more outrageous if he were to be able to live a long and free life after his release, ”
Schumer: Megrahi should be re-jailed
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“ Many Republicans have said a shutdown is a good thing, ”
U.S. lawmakers dance toward shutdown
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“ This is not going to solve all the problems, (but) if you're not having increased sales, you're not hiring anybody no matter what tax break there is, ”
Schumer calls for payroll tax holiday
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“ To get this kind of help for our first responders without it costing the taxpayers a dime is a great accomplishment, ”
Call for public safety wireless network
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