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On the recordApril 13, 2016
The fourth branch of government, which I would argue right now until we do something, is the most powerful branch of government in spite of that is not the best thing for this nation.
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Mark Kelly
Democratic · Arizona

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Mr. Kelly critiques the power of regulatory agencies as the 'fourth branch' of government.

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