House Proceeding on May 7th, 2009 :: 0:14:25 to 0:16:00
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Wally Herger: tonight. i ask everybody to enjoy the blues and in this economy they are more relevant than ever, unfortunately, madam speaker. the speaker pro tempore: the gentleman's time has expi for what purpose does the gentleman from california rise? >> request unanimous consent to address the house for one minute and to revise and extend. the speaker pro tempore: without objection, the gentleman is recognized for one minute.

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Speech By: Wally Herger

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Wally Herger: mr. herring -- mr. herger: as we commemorate the 61st anniversary of the independence of israel, i rise in deep concern that the future of this nation is gravely threatened by iran's pursuit of nuclear weapons. iran's radical regime only desires the demise of israel and longs for regional dominance. if is now on the cuspf acquiring the weapons needed to

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Wally Herger: potentially achieve both. nations that value liberty and peace must stand strongly against iran's dangerous behavior. the united states must confront this looming crisis with resolve and strength. i have co-sponsored the iran sanctions enabling act which

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Wally Herger: would significantly undermine iran's lucrative energy sector. congress should pass this legislation and show our steadfast support for israel. . the speaker pro tempore: for what purpose does the gentleman from california rise? mr. cardoza: by direction of the committee on rules, i call up house resolution 406 and ask for

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Wally Herger: its immediate consideration. the speaker pro tempore: the clerk will report the resolution. the clerk: house calendar number 51, house resolution 406, resolved that at any time after the adoption of this resolution the speaker may, pursuant to clause 2-bf rule 18, declare