Eleanor Holmes Norton actually said...

It's interesting, Madam Chair, that the gentleman cites a small movement in California to succeed from the state. The District is asking for...

Put simply, if you oppose D.C. Statehood, you support taxation without representation.

The text of the District Clause is clear. Congress has complete, and the witness has testified, absolute authority over the district.

Every American deserves a voice in their own government.