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Michael W. McConnell: I note that the Constitution says our goal is 'more perfect,' not perfection. This bill would make cybersecurity more…

On the recordFebruary 22, 2010
I note that the Constitution says our goal is 'more perfect,' not perfection. This bill would make cybersecurity more perfect.
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Michael W. McConnell

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McConnell argues for the bill's improvement of cybersecurity despite its imperfections.

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