It just sends a message that Congress is just out of touch and oblivious to the concerns of ordinary people. And I think that's just deeply wrong, and it feeds into the cynicism that many people feel about Washington these days.
Senator Bayh criticizes Congress for its spending habits amidst economic struggles faced by ordinary families.
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