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U.S. Sen. Byron Dorgan, a democrat from North Dakota, shocked many political observers in January when he announced that he won't seek another term on the ballot.  After nearly 30 years in Congress, Dorgan discusses life in the Senate and the biggest issues facing Congress today.

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U.S. Sen. Byron Dorgan, a democrat from North Dakota, shocked many political observers in January when he announced that he won't seek another term on the ballot.  After nearly 30 years in Congress, Dorgan discusses life in the Senate and the biggest issues facing Congress today.


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