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John Mica

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John Mica is a former U.S. Representative who served Florida's 7th congressional district from 1993 to 2017. A member of the Republican Party, Mica was known for his work on transportation and infrastructure issues, playing a significant role in shaping policies related to these areas during his tenure. He was also involved in various legislative efforts aimed at improving the economy and supporting local businesses in Florida. Mica's long career in public service included a focus on constituent services and community engagement.

May 8, 2014

It is very clearly our responsibility, one under the Constitution, one under the creation of the District Act in 1790, one under the Home Rule Act of 1973 that gave us specifically 60 legislative days to review these laws.

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May 8, 2014

Unfortunately, marijuana, Ms. Sadanandan, becomes a gateway narcotic, and that is what we had testify the Office of National Drug Control Policy Director.

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May 8, 2014

I'd be happy to respond. Great question. You know, alcohol has been an accepted part of our culture and even our religious practices for centuries.

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May 8, 2014

We are sent here by the people, not only to legislate on some matters, but also to conduct the most important investigative and oversight role in the House of Representatives.

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May 8, 2014

There is no question there is disparity in the prosecution when it comes to blacks.

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May 8, 2014

The District of Columbia is not a State. It's not a territory.

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May 8, 2014

I invited the District to also send a representative from the District council, and I think they chose not to do that.

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May 8, 2014

I am not here to negate the District law. We are here to review what the District passed.

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May 7, 2014

I thank the chairman for yielding. Mr. Speaker, there is probably nothing more sacred to Americans, nothing more important to protect, than the democratic electoral process which has made this, by far, the greatest country in the world…

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May 6, 2014

They have made it a merry-go-round for ripping off the taxpayers and we can't get rid of them.

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