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Tom Cole: “Last year, Democrats initiated the longest full government…”

Featuring: Tom Cole, Republican | U.S. House Oklahoma, 4th Congressional District

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Published | Video Starts at 01:10

Without objection. Thank you very much, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, I yield myself such time as I may consume. The gentleman is recognized. Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker. Last year, Democrats initiated the longest full government shutdown in American history. It severely impacted families, agencies, personnel and services across the nation. We should have. What should have been a lesson on how not to treat hardworking Americans has instead become routine for Senator Schumer and Senate Democrats. (01:10–01:16)

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Asserts that Democrats were responsible for the longest full government shutdown in U.S. history.

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