04/13/2016
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"It creates a level playing field. It allows for some support for the high cost of broadcast TV."
"I think the panelists behind us, the architects of the concept in the bill, will be better able to explain..."
"I think, number one, 73 percent of Americans feel that Members of Congress are unnecessarily influenced by special interests and their campaign contributions."
"These are bills--and I know that the committee is aware of this--that other thoughtful Members like John Tierney and Dave Obey have introduced legislation."