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The New DU. Why did Akaka and Inoyue vote 'aye' for cloture? Answer:
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WilliamPitt
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Wed Dec-21-05 12:51 PM
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Because Alaska and Hawaii have a mutual defense pact on many votes. As the two non-continental states, their officials decided long ago to back each other's plays on a variety of issues. Akaka and Inoyue vote to open ANWR whenever it comes up, and Murkowski and Stevens will then vote for programs and legislation favorable to Hawaii.
Party loyalty takes a back seat to this side deal. It has been in place for a while now.
So now you know.
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