Mitch McConnell actually said...

"Virtually everybody in the Senate is in favor of enhanced disclosure. Public disclosure of campaign contributions should be expedited, so voters can judge for themselves what is appropriate."

"Collectively and individually, these continued efforts to weaken voter participation in our elections poses a real threat to the right of free speech in this country."

"This proposal is little more than a crude intimidation tactic masquerading as good government."

"It is no secret that the First Amendment has been a consuming passion of mine for many years."