Political Quotes

On the recordApril 28, 2010
Wouldn't it be better if this person reported to someone who was elected by the people?
Said by
Lamar Alexander
Republican · Tennessee

Editor's note · Context

Suggesting that the head of the consumer protection agency should be accountable to elected officials.

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