Hank Johnson actually said...

"The Arbitration Fairness Act does not forbid arbitration clauses. It merely prevents forced pre-dispute arbitration clauses."

"I firmly believe that Congress must act in this instance to protect consumers."

"Forced arbitration has been a concern of mine for many years, and I firmly believe that the Congress must act in this instance to protect consumers."

"Thank you, Mr. Chairman; and I want to commend you for holding this hearing on this very important issue right now."