Richard Blumenthal actually said...

I think other members of the committee and Congress would as well and hope that your persuasive efforts and your efforts to lead by example ...

I am hearing from many privacy advocates who have expressed concern about the privacy implications of the House-passed proposal.

I worry that sometimes what is simpler for corporate purposes is not better for consumers.

A one-time check-off that has the effect of an all-time surrender of privacy does not seem like the best course for consumers.