The Politico logo The Politico 3 weeks ago

Rahm: Not "necessary" to attend floor vote

As a former member, White House Chief of Staff Rahm Emanuel has House floor privileges, which he could use to strong-arm lawmakers during what's expected to be a tough health care vote today. Full Article at The Politico

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  1. I don't think that'll be necessary
    Rahm Emanuel – Rahm Emanuel SOURCE: The Politico 3 weeks ago
  2. We wish to maintain current law, which says no public funding for abortion
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  3. We will be successful in the next two or three days
    – Steny Hoyer SOURCE: The San Jose Mercury News 3 weeks ago
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