You wrote a New York Times op-ed on this that was very frank, very passionate, and I think, for a lot of people, very disturbing to hear how much time Members of Congress have to spend fundraising. I just want to ask you as you start your parting tour, which I am very sad to see, but have you met a single colleague in this Chamber on either side--left or right--who told you that they came here because they enjoyed raising money, or that that is the most enjoyable part, or anywhere close to the most enjoyable part of their job?
Eric Swalwell: “You wrote a New York Times op-ed on this that was very frank, very passionate, and I think, for a lot of people, very…”
On the recordFebruary 10, 2016
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