As long as we have a First Amendment that permits Steve Forbes, a fine American, John Kerry, a fine American, and others to spend their own money, that all we are doing with limits is turning Washington into a city of panderers for $1,000 and $2,000 contributions.
Lamar Alexander: “As long as we have a First Amendment that permits Steve Forbes, a fine American, John Kerry, a fine American, and others…”
On the recordFebruary 16, 2011
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Alexander argues that campaign contribution limits lead to pandering rather than genuine fundraising.
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