Bob Bennett: “we need more transparency, efficiency, and effectiveness, and this issue is a very good place to start.”

I do not think that is what the original filibuster rule had in mind, but it has become the norm.

I do not dispute in any way, Mr. Chairman, the numbers that you have cited, but I do not want to leave the impression that all of the obstruction that has come as a result of the use of holds has come from the Minority side.

With sufficient foreign assistance, Iran could probably develop and test an intercontinental ballistic missile capable of reaching the United States by 2015.

If you call an IRS agent for advice on your taxes, there is a very good chance you will get wrong advice and end up in tax court.