I imagine, just knowing your background, that you probably share my concerns that such issues get the insight from experts and also that the public has a chance to weigh in, so that we get, in this 'We the People' Republic, a full opportunity to make sure we get kind of policy right, if you will, when it has an impact on so many people.
Merkley emphasizes the importance of expert insight and public input in policymaking.
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