Political Quotes

“I thank Senator Leahy for that clarification and agree with his remarks. If there is any doubt as to how to interpret the provisions of this bill, they should be interpreted to promote, not detract, from the central purpose of the bill which is to promote the disclosure of government information to the American people. Madam President, I ask unanimous consent that the Senate proceed to the immediate consideration of Calendar No. 17, S. 337. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The clerk will report the bill by title. The bill clerk read as follows: A bill (S. 337) to improve the Freedom of Information Act. There being no objection, the Senate proceeded to consider the bill.”