Political Quotes

On the recordMarch 13, 2013
Some in Congress appear to have calculated that there are no political consequences to an inefficient and costly system, but great political consequences to a successful terrorist attack.
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Thomas J. Ridge
Pennsylvania

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Critique of Congress's approach to aviation security and efficiency.

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