Political Quotes

On the recordSeptember 30, 2008
The chairmanship does not come with the power to command people how to vote.
Said by
Barney Frank
Democratic · Massachusetts

Editor's note · Context

Frank clarifies the limitations of his authority as chairman regarding how committee members vote.

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