Political Quotes

On the recordFebruary 10, 2015
I cannot begin to tell you how much this is a breath of fresh air.
Said by
Elijah Cummings
Democratic · Maryland

Editor's note · Context

Cummings expresses relief and optimism about the new committee approach.

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