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Oh, what we really need in the Senate Is a fellow who can sing and dance. We can't expect America to win against its foes With no one in the Senate who can really tap his toes
 * Each time that we convene
 * I can do a new routine
 * Like the one where I'm a clown in baggy pants.

To prolong a filibuster I can do my part With like seven hundred choruses of "Peg O' My Heart". I'll be making friends with Russia, China, maybe even France With my famous song and dance!

RECITATION: (schmaltzy music underneath with much violin)
 * (for the text see the Addenda file)

'Cause what we really need in the Senate Is a fellow who can sing and dance. Each measure I propose will take me back to vaudeville, 'Cause my name will be up there at the top of the bill.
 * The movies that you've seen
 * On your television screen
 * Show my legislative talent at a glance,

Why, even Mr. Salinger admits it's so. He's demanded equal time on the Late, Late Show. Yes, like every other Senator, I only want the chance To give the public A song And dance!