If we can re-create that atmosphere -- I don't expect to get every Republican vote, but I need some help in order to get it done.

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And I need to ask for some help for my family.

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What about at work when I need to help a colleague troubleshoot some equipment where he needs both hands free?

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And there are stories of hardship and desperation, in some cases, pleading for help: I need a job.

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We tried, and so I need to take some responsibility and try to get them in those spots to help us here.

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Dr. MAATHAI: Well, I think that it is unfortunate that some ministers in the government are pretending that they do not need any help because everybody can see we need help.

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And I have to say these two congressmen are doing their job. (Applause.) But they need some help.

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