Political Quotes

On the recordJuly 30, 2013
I think Congress has to carefully consider the powerful surveillance tools that we grant to the Government.
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Patrick Leahy
Democratic · Vermont

Editor's note · Context

Leahy emphasizes the need for Congress to scrutinize surveillance tools and ensure accountability.

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