The effort drew the wrath of groups opposing the amendment.
The Clinton administration also opposed the amendment until literally minutes before floor debate ended.
Some 132 legislators opposed the amendment, 61 supported it.
Particular attention and gratitude are owed to 55 Democrats who opposed the amendment.
Over all, seven Republicans opposed the amendment, and two Democrats supported it.
He used to oppose the amendment as disruptive constitutional clutter.
Having already struck a deal with the Republicans, the Administration opposed the amendment, which failed on a voice vote.
The Government opposed the amendment, and it was defeated by 434 votes to 36.
Both men strongly indicated that they would oppose the amendment unless it was changed.
I therefore fully support the motion for a resolution before us and oppose the amendment.