Steve Cohen: “I will close in reciting the previous argument that this is not about protecting public safety and that First Amendment…”

“I will close in reciting the previous argument that this is not about protecting public safety and that First Amendment rights would be violated. I looked back to see my crowd here, to see how we would win this voice vote, and it looks very daunting. I feel a little bit like Davy Crockett at the Alamo. Nevertheless, I continue to voice my opposition, and I ask my colleagues who are here to vote ``no.'' Mr. Chair, I yield back the balance of my time. The Acting CHAIR. The question is on the amendment offered by the gentleman from Texas (Mr. Jackson). The question was taken; and the Acting Chair announced that the ayes appeared to have it.”