Chuck Schumer actually said...

I think Senator Boxer's legislation is needed and thoughtful.

It is long past time for Senate candidates to file campaign reports in the same way as every other Federal candidate has for years.

I would argue that is for political advantage. There is no principled reason to be against disclosure.

On behalf of the committee, I want to welcome Mrs. Vance-Cooks to today's hearing and we look forward to her testimony.