John Conyers actually said...

"I cannot overstate how serious I believe this issue is, as a separate, but equal, branch of the Government."

"The Executive should implement that law according to the will and intent of the Congress."

"It contains no exceptions for journalists, researchers, human rights investigators, or other professionals."

"Members of Congress, like Ranking Member Conyers, actually voted against the law, because those specific exemptions were not included."