Susan Davis: “Since the Supreme Court's Citizens United decision, my office has received hundreds of letters-- not one in support of…”

“Since the Supreme Court's Citizens United decision, my office has received hundreds of letters-- not one in support of it. We have no choice but to accept the Court's rulings, but we do not accept the idea that special interests should be able to influence the democratic process while hiding behind deceptive ads. Americans want to make informed decisions about everything: What's in my credit card agreement? What's in my family's food? What are the side effects of this prescription? They deserve to know these things, and our government has repeatedly responded by giving them the tools to know more, not less. So why shouldn't Congress help voters know who is trying to influence our elections? Who paid for these ads? Who really stands to gain? The DISCLOSE Act will bring these things to light, and it will bring the kind of accountability voters expect. I am also pleased the committee passed my amendment to the bill with bipartisan support. The amendment puts knowledge in voters' hands faster, and it will improve government efficiency. The DISCLOSE Act is really truth in advertising for politics, and I urge my colleagues to join me in supporting it this week.”