What our witnesses today need to take away from this hearing is that self-regulation has come to the end of its road.
Janice Schakowsky
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Janice D. Schakowsky is an American politician serving as the U.S. Representative for Illinois's 9th congressional district since 1999. A member of the Democratic Party, she has been a prominent advocate for various progressive issues, including healthcare reform, women's rights, and consumer protection. Schakowsky has played a significant role in shaping policies related to social justice and economic equality throughout her tenure in Congress.
Many companies have used Section 230 as a shield to escape consumer protection laws.
We have learned a heck of a lot about the need for a more robust public health infrastructure during this COVID time.
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I hope that we in the U.S. could do all of those good things plus allow for this TRIPS waiver for these poor countries.





