"It is one that I hope that we can resolve quickly. Again, it should be on an entirely bipartisan basis."
"This is not a partisan issue. This is a mechanical issue."
"I am worried about the implications of the so-called independent Legislature theory."
"It seems to me there is a difference..."
"Assume for a moment, we could draft a language that would narrowly tailor it strictly to elections and political candidates. Would that be satisfactory to you?"
"I would argue that we have what he proposed, except we do not have the disclosure."
"Ultimately, this is not about helping Democrats or Republicans. It is about making sure that all Americans have the means to hold political leaders and those working to elect them accountable."
"I am very worried about billionaires' feelings here, I got to tell you, because it is really touching."
"Don't you think the American people have a right to know who is trying to influence their position on policy or on elections?"
"What is the difference? How do I tell my person--that they are there have to be disclosed, but a billionaire in California who is trying to buy a Maine Senate seat does not have to be disclosed."
"If we can better draw the line, if we can make the definition tighter, do I understand you to say that you have no objection to the revelation of the identity of donors, to clearly what we would all a..."