Henry Waxman: “If we invest now in energy efficiency, we can give ourselves more time.”

What the Constitution does not allow is our leaders breaking the Constitution, or the law, to serve their political needs.

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.

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.

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.