Political Quotes

“strong encryption products are the locks and keys of the digital age. To ensure that the computer files of American citizens are protected, I have introduced H.R. 695, the SAFE Act, Security and Freedom through Encryption, which has 250 bipartisan cosponsors. The SAFE Act is supported by organizations from across the political spectrum. It is not often that legislation brings together such a diverse array of Members and interest groups. On one side of this debate are the United States Chamber of Commerce, the National Association of Manufacturers, the Law Enforcement Alliance of America, the American Civil Liberties Union, the National Rifle Association, Americans for Tax Reform, Eagle Forum, the Center for Democracy and Technology, and a whole host of business organizations concerned about the security of their computer communications. Who is on the other side? The administration, which continues to pursue a policy that threatens the privacy of American citizens. If the Government can access your encrypted computer files, medical records, tax returns and personal financial information, then hackers can, too. I am pleased to be the sponsor of this legislation with the gentlewoman from California (Ms. Lofgren), the lead Democrat cosponsors. There are about 150 Republican cosponsors of this legislation, and over 100 Democrat cosponsors as well. This is truly a bipartisan effort.”