Political Quotes

On the recordJune 3, 2009
Our experience has demonstrated the destructive impact that sweeping claims of privilege and secrecy can have on our Nation.
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Jerry Nadler
Democratic · New York

Editor's note · Context

Nadler emphasizes the negative effects of excessive government secrecy on civil liberties.

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