Rawstory: list of Dem senators who've agreed to speak in Rice debate...

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Democrats draw up speaking list for debate on Condoleezza Rice’s confirmation

John Byrne | RAW STORY Editor

The Democratic leadership in the Senate has drawn up an agreement with the Republican leadership for the speaking time of Democratic senators, RAW STORY has learned.

The agreement follows.


Ordered, That on Tuesday, January 25, 2005, at a time to be determined by the Majority Leader, after consultation with the Democratic Leader, the Senate proceed to executive session for consideration of the nomination of Condoleezza Rice, of California, to be Secretary of State; provided further, that there be 9 hours of debate equally divided between the Majority Leader and the Democratic Leader or their designees; provided further, that the debate time under the control of the Democratic Leader be divided as follows: Senator Byrd, 1 hour; Senator Boxer, 1 hour; Senator Reed, 30 minutes; Senator Durbin, 30 minutes; Senator Kerry, 20 minutes; Senator Levin, 15 minutes; Senator Kennedy, 15 minutes; Senator Lieberman, 10 minutes; Senator Corzine, 10 minutes; Senator Salazar, 10 minutes; Senator Feinstein, 10 minutes; and Senator Biden, 20 minutes (from the time of Senator Lugar). Ordered further, That on Wednesday, January 26, 2005, when the Senate resumes consideration of the nomination, there be 4 minutes of debate equally divided between the Majority Leader and the Democratic Leader or their designees; provided further, that following debate the Senate proceed to a vote on the confirmation on the nomination with no intervening action or debate and that following the vote the President be immediately notified of the Senate’s action.

Among those strongly pushing for a floor debate was Sen. Robert Byrd (D-WV). Byrd’s press secretary Tom Gavin, while saying the senator has not made up his mind on whether or not to vote for Rice, hinted at possible issues the senator may touch on in his floor remarks. Gavin said that Byrd will be reviewing the nominee’s testimony over the weekend.

“Senator Byrd has been very concerned over the first term of the Bush administration with the use of the doctrine of preemptive strikes,” Gavin told RAW STORY. “He has stated that the doctrine of preemptive strikes turns the constitution on its head. He will look to her testimony to her position on preemption.”

“I expect he’s also keeping a very close eye to her comments where Iraq is concerned, where Iran and other countries are concerned, and he’s going to read her testimony with a very critical eye,” he added.

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1. Boxer is getting 1 hour, Kerry 20 minutes, Kennedy 15....

[burythehatchet]

2. that sumbich byrd works harder than senators half his age.

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4. Go Byrd!

[DrGonzoLives]

3. Boxer's hour should be interesting

and I would like to think that after those statements, some people will find those other senators "redeemed," but I have little hope of that happening.

[Skidmore]

5. What the heck can Feinstein possibly have to

say? Didn't she do enough damage by placing the nomination?

[greyXstar]

6. Boxer's gonna tear the roof off!

Should be fine quality entertainment. But I couldn't help but notice that this list is ALOT longer than the list of "nay" votes the other day. Talking doesn't mean much if you're not gonna back it up.

[Laurab]

7. I've been waiting to hear from Byrd

My guess is he will have a LOT to say. Having read his book, he's quite concerned with their abuse of our Constitution (as they all should be). I'm quite sure he's far more knowledgeable than "Con", and will be well armed. It should be really interesting.

[barb162]

12. Bryd has had the cajones many times over the years: on the

Iraq war appropriations, the Anita Hill stuff against Clarence Thomas, etc. I expect him to talk forcefully against Condi.

[madrchsod]

8. alright!! byrd for one hour

and boxer for an hour..which means they can give extra time to others...just might be worth watching....

[DODI]

9. Lieberman? That surprises me. I guess my phone call worked!

I am off on Tuesday!!! Can't wait.

[JerseygirlCT]

14. Don't get too excited

we could be in for more Joe backing up the administration on Iraq. Remember he's a big supporter. It could very easily be a thinly disguised love-fest for Condi.

[leesa]

10. Biden, Feinstein and Lieberman need that long to kiss her ass?

Maybe they plan to give her tips on which ME country to destroy next.

[pdxmom]

11. I do think all 3 of those will be saying

positive things about her. Byrd is going to tear her up. He really lays it on the line.

[DemGirl7]

13. I would love to see both Boxer and Byrd tear apart Condi , but...

I don't know if you guys heard or read it but due Byrd's not so great past(you guys know what I'm talking about) CORE is calling his objection to Condi as "Racist", but I don't know if it is even true...because I came across it on adventure in freeperville, and I don't trust freepers.

[senegal1]

15. kick