Bob Goodlatte: “The Congress is the body of the three most close to the people because…”

On the recordFebruary 29, 2016

The Congress is the body of the three most close to the people because all of us are directly are elected by the people.

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Goodlatte emphasizes Congress's direct connection to the electorate compared to other branches.

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Bob Goodlatte: “The Congress is the body of the three most close to the people because all of us are directly are elected by the people.”