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On the recordJune 16, 2021
Instead of generating interesting debate and good ideas, hearings too often promote political posturing and sound bites for social media.
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Derek Kilmer
Democratic · Washington

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Kilmer criticizes the current state of congressional hearings for lacking meaningful dialogue.

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