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Fair housing bill stalls in Senate debate
In Washington, a heated Senate floor debate over a fair housing bill continues as negotiators Meet privately with Attorney General Civiletti and aides. Supporters call the 62 to 32 anti filibuster vote a landmark, while critics warn the measure could invite new lawsuits and racism. Suppressed action hints the lame duck session may push into next week.
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Howard Baker
Tennessee
Benjamin Civiletti
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Edward M. Kennedy
Mass
Orrin Hatch
Utah
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