On the recordMarch 10, 2020
We have an electoral mentality. Almost regardless of what the issue is, the strategy is, 'How do I get an electoral advantage on this issue?'
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congress.govWe have an electoral mentality. Almost regardless of what the issue is, the strategy is, 'How do I get an electoral advantage on this issue?'
He points out that Congress focuses on electoral gain rather than effective governance.
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