Henry Waxman: “So now they have come up with a bill. This is a remarkable bill. This bill says--I wish people would read it.”

No Nation ever yet found any inconvenience from too close an inspection into the conduct of its officers.

Mr. Chairman, too much dirty politics is waged with dark money, the secrecy is protected by no privilege, and a little sunlight would be very healthy for American democracy.

Sadly, this deadly habit begins with our kids. In many cases they become hooked quickly and develop a lifelong addiction that is nearly impossible to break.

I hope this committee will initiate a detailed investigation examining this network of front groups and trade associations, determine who funds them and expose how they coordinate with industry.