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Peter Visclosky: The gentlewoman talked about getting people away from their computers, and I would agree that we need a balance in life.…

On the recordJuly 14, 2011
The gentlewoman talked about getting people away from their computers, and I would agree that we need a balance in life. That's why we should educate people--children--that there is a value of sitting in front of that computer, in gaining knowledge through that computer and in using it for their homework--but then getting out and exercising, making sure they know they shouldn't do drugs, making sure they should eat appropriately. Not being a terribly compliant person as far as technology, I understand that you could take a walk and still access that site. So why don't we do both. I would ask the gentlewoman to consider withdrawing her amendment, but I will state my opposition to it. I yield back the balance of my time. {time} 1920 The Acting CHAIR. The question is on the amendment offered by the gentlewoman from Florida (Mrs. Adams). The question was taken; and the Acting Chair announced that the noes appeared to have it.
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Peter Visclosky
Indiana
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Jul 14, 2011

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