Richard Blumenthal said "And really the only thing that can force compliance is a law, at the end of the day. Isn't that what you are telling this committee?" @ PoliticalQuotes.com

On the recordApril 23, 2013

And really the only thing that can force compliance is a law, at the end of the day. Isn't that what you are telling this committee?

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Blumenthal argues that legal enforcement may be necessary for compliance with standards.

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