firstread.msnbc.msn.com - 1/15/2009
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Per NBC’s Ken Strickland, it's a busy day in the Senate today, as two of its most familiar members say “farewell'” and a notable appointee says “hello.” And though Obama is still a few days from the White House, his influence and sway will be tested for the first time on the Senate floor with a $350 billion vote.
Here's how the day plays out, Strick notes: The Senate floor convenes at 10:00 am ET, and immediately after opening remarks from the Majority and Republican Leader, VP-elect ...
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A Very Busy Day
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