political consultants say campaign finance reform, in their words, does not poll. The opponents of campaign finance reform legislation think that if they prevent or water down this legislation, no one will notice. There will be no price to pay. There will be a price to pay, Mr. Speaker. We face a crisis of trust in our Government. America cannot deal successfully with the tough problems that face this legislature, taxes, Social Security, Medicare, unless we have the trust of the people. The Shays-Meehan legislation on campaign finance reform is a very good and excellent first step in restoring trust in government.
Steven Holt: “political consultants say campaign finance reform, in their words, does not poll. The opponents of campaign finance…”
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Addressing the need for campaign finance reform and its impact on public trust in government.
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