[Congressional Record Volume 144, Number 23 (Monday, March 9, 1998)]
[Senate]
[Page S1547]
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                            MORNING BUSINESS

  The PRESIDING OFFICER. Under the previous order, there will now be a 
period for the transaction of morning business until the hour 1 p.m., 
with the time equally divided between the two leaders.
  Mr. THOMAS. Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that I be allowed 
to speak for 10 minutes.
  The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Senator is recognized for 10 minutes.
  Mr. THOMAS. Mr. President, I will share some of the time with my 
friend from South Dakota, Senator Johnson. I will try and be more 
positive, now that I am organized, Mr. President. Thank you very much.

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