John Conyers actually said...

"the so-called war on drugs, although largely ineffectual, costs $51 billion every year."

"Under my leadership, this Committee is dedicated to ensuring that the legislation we produce addresses conduct that is appropriately handled by federal law enforcement, so the resources of federal cou..."

"I applaud this Task Force for examining over-criminalization and particularly over-federalizing so many crimes."

"I vigorously resist and think is counterproductive."