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Senate Floor: STATEMENTS ON INTRODUCED BILLS AND JOINT RESOLUTIONS
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14 Speakers
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Pete Domenici Pete Domenici said 154 sentences of a total of 848 sentences.
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Pete Domenici said 3218 words of a total of 16279 words.
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Al D'Amato Al D'Amato said 132 sentences of a total of 848 sentences.
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Frank Murkowski Frank Murkowski said 100 sentences of a total of 848 sentences.
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Kent Conrad Kent Conrad said 107 sentences of a total of 848 sentences.
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Kent Conrad said 1805 words of a total of 16279 words.
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Trent Lott Trent Lott said 65 sentences of a total of 848 sentences.
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J. Bennett Johnston J. Bennett Johnston said 43 sentences of a total of 848 sentences.
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Olympia J. Snowe Olympia J. Snowe said 45 sentences of a total of 848 sentences.
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Kit Bond Kit Bond said 42 sentences of a total of 848 sentences.
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Tom Daschle Tom Daschle said 36 sentences of a total of 848 sentences.
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Joe Biden Joe Biden said 26 sentences of a total of 848 sentences.
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Bob Dole Bob Dole said 40 sentences of a total of 848 sentences.
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Don Nickles Don Nickles said 17 sentences of a total of 848 sentences.
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John McCain John McCain said 18 sentences of a total of 848 sentences.
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Mitch McConnell Mitch McConnell said 19 sentences of a total of 848 sentences.
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Full Transcript
Kent Conrad
Mr. President, today I rise to introduce the Children's Media Protection Act of 1995.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0
Neutral
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.2578582615
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.208603288
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0279720378
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0085868225
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0039882776
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0021053291
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0019094779
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0016959799
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
3.71042E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.41745E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.13695E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Technology
Score:
86.724
Magnitude:
13
Code:
17
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#17
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
5.7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
66.8
Gunning-Fog Score
5.7
Coleman-Liau Index
11.1
SMOG Index
10.3
Automated Readability Index
3.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.1
Sprache Readability Score
2.1
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
6
Sprache Difficult Word Count
7
Kent Conrad
Mr. President, I agree, and so do the experts. Let me quote the Guggenheim Foundation from the study of "Violence in Society." They said, "The scientific debate is over. A recent summary of 200 studies published through 1990 offers convincing evidence that the observation of violence as seen in standard, every day television entertainment, does affect the aggressive behavior of the viewer." Mr. President, while the scientific debate is over, the public policy debate continues into its fifth decade.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.17647
Leans Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.17647
Leans Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.33647
VADER
-0.422
Negative
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.1650725026
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.1440818072
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0593006087
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0098447919
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0081889717
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0027059003
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.00222614
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0003631017
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0001642604
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.000100263
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
3.66055E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
90.858
Magnitude:
51
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
47.6
Gunning-Fog Score
12.1
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
8.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7
Sprache Readability Score
4.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
32
Sprache Difficult Word Count
29
Kent Conrad
Let me just turn to a chart which shows that violence in our society is far above that of any other industrialized nation. This chart is titled "Crime Across the Globe, Murders Per 100,000 in 1990." The United States, 9.4; Canada, 5.5; Denmark, 5.2; France, 4.6; Australia, 4.5; Germany, 4.2; Belgium, 2.8, and on it goes down to Japan at 1.2.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.71429
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.71429
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-1.46634
VADER
-0.869
Very Negative
Moderation
Harassment
0.3279335331
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.2447785111
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.1715222723
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0293754885
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0057298843
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0005049541
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0002199822
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.000114473
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
8.24871E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
3.59257E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
1.30116E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
64.39
Magnitude:
134
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Civil Rights
Score:
25.309
Magnitude:
134
Code:
2
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#2
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
7.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
79.4
Gunning-Fog Score
10.2
Coleman-Liau Index
5.8
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
6.2
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.4
Sprache Readability Score
4.8
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
17
Sprache Difficult Word Count
20
Kent Conrad
Mr. President, we have a problem in this country. No one is suggesting that violence in the media is the sole cause; certainly, it is not. But to deny that it plays a part is to deny what all of us instinctively understand. We learn by watching what others do, and many children in our society are spending 6 hours a day watching television. What do they see? One thing they see is endless acts of mindless, gratuitous violence. Mr. President, it has an affect and it is a bad affect. It teaches children that one way to deal with problems is to engage in acts of violence. And in many cases it teaches them that there are no consequences, there is no pain. People are blown away and it does not make a difference.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.70805
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0
VADER
-0.98
Very Negative
Moderation
Harassment
0.4551341292
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.3896480659
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0937977515
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0385304185
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0044034681
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0018570334
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0006054961
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0005830029
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0004500389
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0004144385
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0001279524
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Civil Rights
Score:
33.887
Magnitude:
60
Code:
2
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#2
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
5.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
78.2
Gunning-Fog Score
8.4
Coleman-Liau Index
8.6
SMOG Index
9.2
Automated Readability Index
3.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
3.8
Sprache Readability Score
4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
28
Sprache Difficult Word Count
24
Kent Conrad
We know better. We know it does make a difference, and we know this is not what we should be teaching our children. Because of a lack of action on this issue, I formed the Citizens Task Force on TV Violence, comprised of 28 national organizations representing medical professions, parents, educators, law enforcement, and churches. We formed that group in June 1993.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.8473
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.23077
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.23077
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.43532
VADER
-0.542
Very Negative
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.4837480839
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.3653029911
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0232350736
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0150695225
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0025534058
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0010855063
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0002548588
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001601158
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
7.50403E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.75512E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.086E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Technology
Score:
88.061
Magnitude:
99
Code:
17
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#17
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
61.5
Gunning-Fog Score
12
Coleman-Liau Index
11.5
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
8.2
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.4
Sprache Readability Score
4.3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
18
Sprache Difficult Word Count
21
Kent Conrad
In December of that year, the Attorney General, Janet Reno, asked us for a set of recommendations. We submitted seven recommendations to the Attorney General. Those recommendations called for the adoption of a tough entertainment-media violence code, support for technology that would permit parents to more effectively monitor children's viewing of television. We recommended strengthening the Children's Television Act of 1990, scheduling hearings by the FCC on television violence, convening a White House Conference on Violence, curbing viewing of violent television programming in prisons, and the continuation of television industry discussions as authorized under the Television Program Improvement Act of 1990.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.14286
Leans Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.14286
Leans Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.25131
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.44444
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.44444
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.89794
VADER
-0.704
Very Negative
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.3683086718
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.1011668472
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0905652298
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0503437826
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0096391152
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0046744553
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0030670737
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0002842937
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.000178989
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
4.81025E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.23123E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Technology
Score:
54.196
Magnitude:
94
Code:
17
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#17
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Civil Rights
Score:
21.788
Magnitude:
94
Code:
2
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#2
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
10.1
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
50
Sprache Difficult Word Count
41
Kent Conrad
Shortly after these recommendations were submitted, the American Medical Association's house of delegates called for the adoption of a television violence code. They had a rating system for films, video, and audio entertainment. Following the outcry last year over the violent content of television and cable programming, the major TV networks and cable initiated voluntary assessments of violent content in their program. These assessments began with the 1994-95 television viewing season. Additionally, the major television networks agreed to display viewer warnings on some television programming containing violent content. They deserve credit for these steps.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.83321
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.28571
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.28571
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.54654
VADER
-0.941
Very Negative
Moderation
Violence
0.0879545056
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.033000324
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0146755585
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0042373584
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0037583653
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0004218631
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
5.74459E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
3.50171E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
3.48518E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.05096E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.175E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Civil Rights
Score:
76.672
Magnitude:
63
Code:
2
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#2
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
22.5
Gunning-Fog Score
16.9
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
48
Sprache Difficult Word Count
41
Kent Conrad
There is progress on other fronts, as well. Even the leaders of the entertainment industry have come to believe that violence in the media is a problem. In a survey of entertainment industry leaders in U.S. News & World Report on May 9, 1994, nearly 9 out of 10 media entertainment industry leaders said that violence in entertainment contributes to the level of violence plaguing the Nation.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.29412
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.29412
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.57054
VADER
-0.226
Slightly Negative
Moderation
Harassment
4.4065456837
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0658851932
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0230897829
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.001803327
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0003471107
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0002032238
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0001602903
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
6.2919E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.2021E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
9.428E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.049E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Technology
Score:
69.296
Magnitude:
37
Code:
17
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#17
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
59.9
Gunning-Fog Score
13.1
Coleman-Liau Index
10.9
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
6.8
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.9
Sprache Readability Score
3.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
18
Sprache Difficult Word Count
14
Kent Conrad
Mr. President, even though there has been a recognition, even though there has been a public discussion about media violence and the contribution it makes to violence in our society, nothing is happening. The media mayhem continues.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.58779
VADER
-0.848
Very Negative
Moderation
Harassment
0.5406135228
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.3175616032
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.1417030697
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0596056052
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0118847456
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0082571612
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0011167682
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0005520874
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0002553862
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.00016414
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.41084E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Technology
Score:
90.598
Magnitude:
41
Code:
17
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#17
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.6
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
41.1
Gunning-Fog Score
15.7
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
8.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.2
Sprache Readability Score
3.1
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
13
Sprache Difficult Word Count
11
Kent Conrad
I cite the alarming report of the Center for Media and Public Affairs that was done in August of last year. The center, working with the Guggenheim Foundation, reported that television is considerably more violent in 1994 than it was 2 years previous.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.51083
VADER
-0.713
Very Negative
Moderation
Violence
0.1087409677
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0422521553
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0100772981
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0055109867
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0016568592
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0012201446
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0007906428
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0003038271
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0002557582
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0001290002
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
3.53784E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
53.996
Magnitude:
43
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Civil Rights
Score:
35.117
Magnitude:
43
Code:
2
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#2
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
49.3
Gunning-Fog Score
14.2
Coleman-Liau Index
11.6
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.2
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.8
Sprache Readability Score
4.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
13
Sprache Difficult Word Count
16
Kent Conrad
Mr. President, I direct your attention to the chart that we have prepared that shows what has happened to the daily violence on television, a comparison between 1992 and 1994. This shows the incidents of violence per hour that are going out over the media.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.6
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.6
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-1.09861
VADER
-0.807
Very Negative
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.558440946
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.3132681828
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0561602414
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.026767567
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.014666676
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0082320264
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0069513684
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.004605707
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0034179033
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0018676148
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0006831581
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
81.32
Magnitude:
65
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
7.6
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
67.5
Gunning-Fog Score
12.2
Coleman-Liau Index
10.2
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
6.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.6
Sprache Readability Score
3.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
11
Sprache Difficult Word Count
14
Kent Conrad
Networks in 1992 had 25 violent acts per hour on average. In 1994, that had increased to 43 acts of violence per hour. Cable was even more egregious. Cable had 55 acts of violence per hour in 1992. That escalated to 75 acts of violence per hour on average in 1994. Only Public Broadcasting had modest levels of violence and was stable in the acts of violence portrayed between the years of 1992 and 1994.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.77778
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.77778
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.7346
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.5
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.5
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.95551
VADER
-0.972
Very Negative
Moderation
Violence
0.2652115887
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.2023177454
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0141785087
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0044028595
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.002990338
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0027185588
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0005586852
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.000119078
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
2.93124E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
3.3809E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
9.802E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Civil Rights
Score:
69.838
Magnitude:
24
Code:
2
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#2
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
5.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
79.1
Gunning-Fog Score
10.9
Coleman-Liau Index
7
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
3.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5
Sprache Readability Score
3.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
21
Sprache Difficult Word Count
15
Kent Conrad
Mr. President, although there has been a lot of talk about doing something about violence in the media, there has been precious little action.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-1.09861
VADER
-0.103
Leans Negative
Moderation
Violence
0.4404965788
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.2095365431
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0609154871
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0216557877
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0196382724
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0120086203
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0103657418
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0054233587
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0002320813
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.53004E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.17717E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Civil Rights
Score:
74.111
Magnitude:
28
Code:
2
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#2
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
7.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
64.2
Gunning-Fog Score
9.8
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
10.3
Automated Readability Index
7.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.9
Sprache Readability Score
2.8
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
8
Sprache Difficult Word Count
8
Kent Conrad
I believe the American people do not want their children and families exposed to the extraordinary violence that is occurring in the entertainment media on a daily basis.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0
VADER
-0.4
Negative
Moderation
Violence
0.0562058878
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0544119626
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0511599646
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0040121231
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0023693237
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.002300925
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0022132634
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
6.88284E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
5.9715E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
4.97954E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
2.88461E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Technology
Score:
87.961
Magnitude:
119
Code:
17
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#17
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
15.3
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.9
Sprache Readability Score
4.8
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
8
Sprache Difficult Word Count
9
Kent Conrad
Now, we here in the Senate do not watch a lot of television because we wind up being here most of our time or in our States going from town to town. And so opportunities for watching television are somewhat limited. I would just ask my colleagues to turn on the television, watch what is happening, and ask yourselves: Can it possibly be the case that we can have children watching 6 hours of television a day and seeing endless repetitive mindless acts of violence and it has no effect on them? It cannot be. It has to be having an effect on them. And virtually every study that has been done says it is having an effect on them.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.58779
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.11111
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.11111
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.20067
VADER
-0.897
Very Negative
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.0654104108
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0388112734
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0136512695
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0054714932
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0021884051
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0017861466
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0010239522
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0002109003
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
2.65385E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.04349E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
6.0006E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Civil Rights
Score:
48.14
Magnitude:
49
Code:
2
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#2
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
40.581
Magnitude:
49
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.2
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
64.6
Gunning-Fog Score
13
Coleman-Liau Index
8.7
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
8.2
Dale-Chall Readability Score
3.8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
21
Sprache Difficult Word Count
23
Kent Conrad
Mr. President, I recognize that the violence in our society is not just because of media violence. Certainly, that is not the case. There are many contributors. But the time has come for us to reduce the violence in the entertainment media. The trend to glamorize violence must stop.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.3979
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0
VADER
-0.914
Very Negative
Moderation
Violence
0.4460375756
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.173033902
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0143220939
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0092308917
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.002504521
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0017795328
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0014970683
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0014601262
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
3.63188E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
8.9212E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.169E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Technology
Score:
92.25
Magnitude:
113
Code:
17
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#17
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
6.6
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
62.1
Gunning-Fog Score
13.1
Coleman-Liau Index
11.4
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
4.5
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.6
Sprache Readability Score
2.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
16
Sprache Difficult Word Count
12
Kent Conrad
I am pleased by the voluntary efforts the media has undertaken. But let us face it. The job is not getting done. I do not believe that voluntary initiatives are sufficient to reduce media violence. incorporates the principal recommendations of the Citizens Task Force. The legislation includes means to empower parents to help them make choices. It provides for new television sets being required to contain a V-chip that would permit parents to block television programming with violent content. The cost of the V-chip is now down to about $5 per television set -- $5 -- to give the parents an ability, to empower parents to help make choices for their children. That makes sense.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.14286
Leans Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.14286
Leans Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.25131
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.52
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.52
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
-0.318
Somewhat Negative
Moderation
Harassment
0.0173206063
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0149225874
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0095679236
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.005666936
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0013838045
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0008623041
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0006557876
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0004186684
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
6.66329E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
3.89269E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.2076E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Technology
Score:
84.143
Magnitude:
49
Code:
17
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#17
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
55.6
Gunning-Fog Score
12.1
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
7.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
32
Sprache Difficult Word Count
35
Kent Conrad
Second, the legislation contains a violent programming rating provision. This provision requires the FCC to prescribe, in consultation with the broadcasters and cable operators, private interest groups and concerned citizens rules for rating the level of violence in television programming. These ratings would apply to the V- chip technology.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.25131
VADER
-0.718
Very Negative
Moderation
Violence
0.061862939
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0216456741
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0192766951
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0008638704
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0007379205
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.000163035
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001486237
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.00011308
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
4.37684E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.58504E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.73564E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Technology
Score:
92.673
Magnitude:
46
Code:
17
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#17
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
29.7
Gunning-Fog Score
18
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.5
Sprache Readability Score
4.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
24
Sprache Difficult Word Count
23
Kent Conrad
Third, the legislation contains a children's safe harbor provision which requires the FCC to initiate a rule that prohibits commercial television, cable operators, and public telecommunications entities from broadcasting television programs that contain gratuitous violence between the hours of 6 a.m. and 10 p.m. at night.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.25131
VADER
-0.296
Slightly Negative
Moderation
Violence
0.1890908694
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.1128390664
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0051930769
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0028791368
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0005369791
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0005004644
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0003135099
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0001376218
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001361649
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001274069
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
3.12535E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Civil Rights
Score:
78.281
Magnitude:
52
Code:
2
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#2
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
40.2
Gunning-Fog Score
14.7
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.5
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.1
Sprache Readability Score
3.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
20
Sprache Difficult Word Count
20
Kent Conrad
Mr. President, if there is one thing we have heard all across this country it is that there ought to be a safe harbor, there ought to be a period within which kids are watching television that parents can have some assurance they are not being exposed to this mindless gratuitous violence.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.8473
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0
VADER
0.074
Neutral
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.4197872244
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.1858931151
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0273271871
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0170487881
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0106346488
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0049849881
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.002235799
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0010590631
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0009310964
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0003770514
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0002394707
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Technology
Score:
92.139
Magnitude:
33
Code:
17
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#17
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
60.1
Gunning-Fog Score
15
Coleman-Liau Index
10.7
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
12
Sprache Difficult Word Count
16
Kent Conrad
Finally, the bill contains the Children's TV Act compliance provision which requires the FCC, when granting or renewing TV licenses, to assure the applicant is in compliance with the Children's Television Act of 1990.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.3979
VADER
0.572
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.3094426589
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.1745434594
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0520288071
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0230634658
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0078994191
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0040697876
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0012864006
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0002880916
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0002165215
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.99032E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.9277E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Technology
Score:
92.224
Magnitude:
25
Code:
17
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#17
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
33
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
9.1
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
16
Sprache Difficult Word Count
15
Kent Conrad
These provisions are consistent with the FCC's current examination of television violence in children's television programs and the implementation of the Childrens' Television Act of 1990.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0
VADER
-0.625
Very Negative
Moderation
Violence
0.0576937164
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0309784489
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0259193563
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.02572175
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.020852749
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0205574353
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0045712703
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0006220947
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0005326236
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
3.9241E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.80128E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Government Operations
Score:
41.246
Magnitude:
51
Code:
20
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#20
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
International Affairs
Score:
29.366
Magnitude:
51
Code:
19
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#19
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
11.2
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
9.2
Sprache Readability Score
4.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
13
Sprache Difficult Word Count
11
Kent Conrad
Mr. President I have supported voluntary efforts in the past and I continue to support and commend these efforts. But it is absolutely clear -- absolutely clear -- that those efforts are not sufficient to achieve the result that I think the vast majority of Americans would like to see achieved.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
3.21888
VADER
0.934
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.0597590173
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0258710905
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0084599575
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0043058371
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0010037499
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0009194655
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0008073777
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0002267825
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
5.67007E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
3.87461E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.83443E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Civil Rights
Score:
62.414
Magnitude:
57
Code:
2
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#2
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
23.207
Magnitude:
57
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
53.9
Gunning-Fog Score
12.2
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.9
Sprache Readability Score
3.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
19
Sprache Difficult Word Count
16
Kent Conrad
The President challenged us last Tuesday to understand the impact that this constant stream of mindless violence is having on our families and children. I applaud the President, and I hope he will continue to draw public attention to the corrosive effect that violence in the entertainment media is having on our families and on our children.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.8473
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.2
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.2
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.36772
VADER
-0.586
Very Negative
Moderation
Violence
0.0055343022
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0055021756
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0023108712
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.001047213
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0003775144
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
7.93329E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
4.81155E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
1.72126E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.28799E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.9875E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.4664E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Civil Rights
Score:
77.066
Magnitude:
28
Code:
2
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#2
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
41.4
Gunning-Fog Score
18.4
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
16
Sprache Difficult Word Count
18
Kent Conrad
Mr. President, I welcome cosponsors to my legislation. I urge my colleagues to carefully examine the issue of media violence as it relates to violence in our society.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.2
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.2
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.33647
VADER
-0.691
Very Negative
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.0342435407
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0091422218
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0014124125
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0011708189
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0011022144
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0004778322
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0002771731
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0001688804
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
7.74799E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
7.49774E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
6.7128E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
80.644
Magnitude:
130
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
40.2
Gunning-Fog Score
16.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
5.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.4
Sprache Readability Score
2.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
14
Sprache Difficult Word Count
14
Kent Conrad
I ask unanimous consent that the text of my bill, the recommendations submitted to Attorney General Janet Reno by the Citizens Task Force on TV Violence, the names of the national organizations in the task force that endorse the recommendations, and the press release announcing the action by the American Medical Association's house of delegates, its article, entitled "A Kinder, Gentler Hollywood," in the May 1994 issue of the U.S. News & World Report, the findings of the study by the Center for Media and Public Affairs, along with the press release announcing the study, and the report of the study of the findings of 200 studies of violence, along with the endorsements of task force members that supported this initiative, be printed in the Record at the conclusion of my remarks.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.75
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.75
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.04762
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.04762
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.09097
VADER
0.459
Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.0235351821
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0025924031
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0005005184
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0001604932
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
9.96858E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
5.58185E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
5.0363E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.64438E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
1.08677E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
7.0214E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
3.0915E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
23.2
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
45
Sprache Difficult Word Count
48
The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. Thomas). Without objection, it is so ordered.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.60944
VADER
0
Neutral
Moderation
Harassment
0.8299945854
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0108597844
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0090327063
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0080609556
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0026045904
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.000622864
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0003643215
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0003054051
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
1.4026E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
9.3833E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
4.563E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Civil Rights
Score:
69.885
Magnitude:
178
Code:
2
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#2
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
7.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
49.3
Gunning-Fog Score
5.1
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
9
Automated Readability Index
4.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.4
Sprache Readability Score
1.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
5
Sprache Difficult Word Count
6
(See exhibit 1.)
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0
VADER
0
Neutral
Moderation
Harassment
0.2513583517
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0086043387
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0053927401
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0052359861
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0008094555
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0005777559
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0005645553
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0001020194
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
5.99186E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
1.87552E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.6626E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Energy
Score:
88.726
Magnitude:
31
Code:
8
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#8
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
1.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
91
Gunning-Fog Score
14.5
Coleman-Liau Index
3.7
SMOG Index
9
Automated Readability Index
0
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.4
Sprache Readability Score
1.1
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
1
Sprache Difficult Word Count
1
Kent Conrad
Mr. President, I want to specifically draw the attention of my colleagues to the letter of support for this legislation from the American Medical Association -- I was pleased to have the president of the American Medical Association at the press conference this morning announcing this legislation -- the support from the National Association of Secondary School Principals; the support of the National Coalition on Television Violence; the support of school principals who recognize that the epidemic of violence on the streets of America is spilling over into the schools of America and their belief that media violence is contributing to that violence; the support from the National Association for the Education of Young Children; the strong statement of support from the National PTA; the support of The Future Wave, which is made up of producers and writers themselves who recognize that television violence, media violence, is contributing to violence in our society; and the support of the National Alliance for Nonviolent Programming. All of these groups have specifically endorsed, now, the legislation that I am introducing today.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.22378
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.39394
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.39394
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.80563
VADER
-0.557
Very Negative
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.0137734198
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0083459818
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0025499648
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0007057733
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0006677205
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0002006553
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001055238
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
7.67779E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
5.3234E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
4.4125E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
3.0222E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Government Operations
Score:
39.062
Magnitude:
90
Code:
20
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#20
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
0
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
9.3
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
71
Sprache Difficult Word Count
40
Frank Murkowski
Mr. President, let me acknowledge my colleague, Senator Lott, who has spoken on the necessity of the legislation which we are introducing today, the Department of Energy Risk Management Act of 1995.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.8473
VADER
0
Neutral
Moderation
Harassment
0.5312280729
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0372938375
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0208012571
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0053088384
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0025281002
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0024809395
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0005389272
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.000469891
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0002840517
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0002497487
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0001684875
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
94.479
Magnitude:
42
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.6
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
47.8
Gunning-Fog Score
11.4
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.7
Sprache Readability Score
3.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
14
Sprache Difficult Word Count
14
Frank Murkowski
I am very pleased to rise today to introduce the Department of Energy Risk Management Act of 1995 for myself, Senator Johnston, and Senator Lott. Congress needs to require agencies to use sound science, risk assessment, and cost-benefit analysis in the regulatory decision-making process.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.95551
VADER
0.265
Slightly Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0242582973
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0114116629
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0083359999
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.00231062
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0022634136
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0007005534
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0004559591
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
6.68674E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
5.06761E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.72183E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
4.8237E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
34.5
Gunning-Fog Score
15.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.3
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
21
Sprache Difficult Word Count
23
Frank Murkowski
So often, as you know, Mr. President, decisions are made on the basis of emotion. The group that speaks the loudest, has the most numbers, or makes the most outlandish statements influences the decision, instead of decisions being made on sound science. If we cannot depend on scientists who spend a portion of their lives becoming experts on a particular subject, we certainly cannot depend on the short span of attention that we have as politicians as we attempt to evaluate the merits of some very difficult and sophisticated subjects.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.33647
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.53846
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.53846
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0.738
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.1185754081
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0330554583
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0090515547
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0072909803
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0069703136
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0013700875
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0010909786
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.000152183
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
3.09937E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.38009E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
7.742E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Housing
Score:
92.857
Magnitude:
33
Code:
14
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#14
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
48.6
Gunning-Fog Score
15.2
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
23
Sprache Difficult Word Count
28
Frank Murkowski
One of the difficulties, of course, is to get the scientific community to step forward and put their reputation on the line behind, if you will, their recommendations. So often, we find a situation where the scientists say, "Well, if I had another appropriation, I could study that a little bit more and probably give you a little more definitive answer." Decisions have to be made every day. You and I, Mr. President, have to vote up and down. We cannot vote maybe. We have to make some decisions. With the regulatory process that has run amuck in this country today these decisions are not being made competently and are not being made on the basis of the best information available. We cannot seem to get the scientific community to bear the responsibility for their advice to those of us who have to vote yes or no.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.65393
VADER
0.681
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0180699572
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0094341987
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0044140466
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0041346593
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0021414397
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0018677842
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001653658
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
5.97667E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
1.26761E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.9925E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
6.6E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
International Affairs
Score:
84.955
Magnitude:
97
Code:
19
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#19
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
59.6
Gunning-Fog Score
12.2
Coleman-Liau Index
10.3
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
7.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
3.7
Sprache Readability Score
4.8
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
27
Sprache Difficult Word Count
26
Frank Murkowski
What are we really talking about? This is not a complicated concept. This is risk analysis, cost benefit, and every time you pick up a can of soup or you go buy some crackers it tells you if you have fat soup, skinny soup, or crackers with sodium in them. But with risk assessment and cost-benefit analysis in the application of a permit by the Environmental Protection Agency and various other agencies, you do not know what the cost is. You do not know what the benefit is. You do not know what the risk is.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.8473
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.2
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.2
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.37949
VADER
0.178
Leans Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0249627308
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0084958767
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0056418143
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0041258489
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0026102323
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0006498625
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0003268575
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0002113866
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.01282E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.18742E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
7.749E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Social Welfare
Score:
78.83
Magnitude:
57
Code:
13
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#13
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
65.7
Gunning-Fog Score
11.8
Coleman-Liau Index
8.6
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
6.2
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.2
Sprache Readability Score
4.2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
21
Sprache Difficult Word Count
19
Frank Murkowski
So this legislation would simply mandate that the public have awareness when the administrative agencies come down with their evaluation of the permitting process as to what the risk is and what the cost is. It is perfectly reasonable. Yet there is a tremendous concern out there among America's environmental community that somehow this will dismantle our environmental laws. What an outlandish generalization.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.55556
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.55556
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0.477
Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.115809124
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0282112305
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0244961586
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.010717415
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0021117034
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0015456168
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.000605424
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0002928774
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
8.19184E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
7.97218E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
4.40242E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Social Welfare
Score:
77.871
Magnitude:
52
Code:
13
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#13
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
32.4
Gunning-Fog Score
16.5
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6
Sprache Readability Score
4.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
21
Sprache Difficult Word Count
24
Frank Murkowski
So I think, Mr. President, we need to require the agencies to use sound science, risk assessment, and cost-benefit analysis in the regulatory decisionmaking process. This legislation applies to environmental restoration activities conducted by the Department of Energy [DOE]. Although the scope of this bill applies to DOE cleanups, we hope to have the risk assessment and cost-benefit analysis debate cover all agencies' activities. We are coordinating our legislative effort with other legislative efforts.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.2
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.2
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.36772
VADER
0.202
Slightly Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.1153003075
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0579892425
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0249603007
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0093240495
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0068796253
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0052324467
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0030152169
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0005908131
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0005357102
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0001241092
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
9.0412E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Housing
Score:
31.449
Magnitude:
115
Code:
14
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#14
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Civil Rights
Score:
21.399
Magnitude:
115
Code:
2
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#2
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
29.2
Gunning-Fog Score
16.1
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.3
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
36
Sprache Difficult Word Count
31
Frank Murkowski
In the last Congress Senator Johnston offered an amendment to the EPA Cabinet level bill in the spring of 1993. At the same time the Johnston amendment was adopted, I offered an amendment requiring cost-benefit analysis that was agreed to by the Senate. I have continued to look for ways to improve and refine our regulatory decisionmaking process. Senator Lott also introduced legislation last Congress that is incorporated into our bill. Since the last Congress, the momentum for risk assessment/cost-benefit analysis has only intensified and the November elections have brought about renewed interest in advancing risk assessment/cost-benefit analysis legislation.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
2.3979
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.57143
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.57143
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.18958
VADER
0.586
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.2154224785
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0393027789
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0226929536
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0183837328
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0145054088
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0042408348
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0024694607
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.002030929
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0005813895
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0002274757
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
5.72687E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
27.9
Gunning-Fog Score
18.7
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
44
Sprache Difficult Word Count
35
Frank Murkowski
I hope the agencies out there got the message of what the last election suggested, that the process was out of balance, and it needed correcting.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0
VADER
0.44
Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0360307225
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0092570284
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0080416925
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0047463978
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0040026691
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0014161526
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0008314065
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0001448309
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0001313187
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
9.92033E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
8.35963E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Domestic Commerce
Score:
96.989
Magnitude:
51
Code:
15
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#15
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
56.8
Gunning-Fog Score
16.6
Coleman-Liau Index
10.7
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.5
Sprache Readability Score
4.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
7
Sprache Difficult Word Count
9
Frank Murkowski
On January 17, I hosted, along with Senator Lott, Representative Crapo, and Representative Karen Thurmond, the first meeting of a bipartisan, bicameral Regulatory Reform Caucus now made up of 35 Representatives and some 12 Senators. The caucus wants a proactive strategy to require agencies to use sound science, risk assessment, and cost-benefit analysis in the regulatory decisionmaking process.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.66667
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.66667
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.29928
VADER
0.178
Leans Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.0339147839
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0254342071
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0082105304
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0072553165
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0039332343
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0007722636
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0006429392
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001151104
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.04293E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.81953E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.22749E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Domestic Commerce
Score:
69.015
Magnitude:
77
Code:
15
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#15
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
20.496
Magnitude:
77
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
9.1
Gunning-Fog Score
18.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
9.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
29
Sprache Difficult Word Count
26
Frank Murkowski
John Stossel of ABC News spoke persuasively about how the public's perception of environmental and health risks affects our overregulation of those risks. Mr. Stossel showed a chart that broke down how much given risks shorten the average life. It is interesting to note that we spend billions of dollars regulating toxic waste sites and there are lots of news stories about places, like Love Canal. But, even based on the most extreme estimates provided by environmental organizations toxic wastes are calculated to shorten the average life by just 4 days. Other risks shorten the average life span by years, yet we do not regulate them.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.27273
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.27273
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.51083
VADER
-0.382
Somewhat Negative
Moderation
Violence
0.0416923896
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0247850752
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0074941716
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0068154834
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0049940525
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0043684893
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0019073066
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0006751721
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0003115879
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0002255477
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
7.571E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Domestic Commerce
Score:
95.055
Magnitude:
52
Code:
15
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#15
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
51.6
Gunning-Fog Score
13.1
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
36
Sprache Difficult Word Count
33
Frank Murkowski
Dr. John Graham, Director of the Harvard Center for Risk Analysis, gave an objective view of how government overregulates our lives and businesses. I was particularly impressed with Dr. Graham's point that over 80 percent of Americans favor better risk analysis in environmental policy. And, as Dr. Graham has indicated, risk and cost- benefit analysis is the key to sound environmental policy of the future. In fact, I think it is fair to say that incorporation of sound science, detailed and well communicated assessments, cost-benefit analysis, and the prioritizing of our limited resources is the environmental policy of the future. It is a commonsense policy that is here to stay.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.58779
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.46667
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.46667
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.93827
VADER
0.847
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.2080097562
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0416273775
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0271814904
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0144413454
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0077065
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0037166534
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0012075939
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0009251219
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0003280611
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.000237023
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0001074111
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Domestic Commerce
Score:
97.814
Magnitude:
66
Code:
15
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#15
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.2
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
39.6
Gunning-Fog Score
14.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
43
Sprache Difficult Word Count
35
Frank Murkowski
American businesses spend more than $150 billion annually just to comply with environmental laws -- costs that increasingly strain U.S. competitiveness. Risk-based regulations rely on worst-case scenarios and ignore the best science, producing elaborate, expensive regulation of unimportant problems.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.75
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.75
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-1.60944
VADER
-0.361
Somewhat Negative
Moderation
Violence
0.3780424362
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.2145025413
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0167927748
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0125710605
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0026394591
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.001316846
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0002368388
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
9.43275E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
8.24015E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
4.51778E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.02058E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Domestic Commerce
Score:
67.179
Magnitude:
96
Code:
15
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#15
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
24.275
Magnitude:
96
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
21
Gunning-Fog Score
16.8
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.6
Sprache Readability Score
3.8
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
21
Sprache Difficult Word Count
23
Frank Murkowski
Imagine, Mr. President, if we relied on a worst-case scenario. We would not walk outside. We would not be in this building. Worst case means the worst possible case, whether it be flood, earthquake, you name it.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.6
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.6
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-1.09861
VADER
-0.625
Very Negative
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.0718957919
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0688250235
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0158622002
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0073734293
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0065840715
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0037894348
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0023781658
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0015524045
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0003741964
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0003139147
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0001915854
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Domestic Commerce
Score:
97.676
Magnitude:
120
Code:
15
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#15
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
3.2
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
85.6
Gunning-Fog Score
5.1
Coleman-Liau Index
9.6
SMOG Index
7.7
Automated Readability Index
2.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
3.3
Sprache Readability Score
2.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
7
Sprache Difficult Word Count
10
Frank Murkowski
So risk-based scenarios really are scenarios that ignore best science contrary to the real world. As a result, the Federal Government is forcing the expenditure of billions of dollars by local government and industry on these excessively hypothetical and exaggerated perceptions of risks.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.3979
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.42857
Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.42857
Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.78846
VADER
0.052
Neutral
Moderation
Violence
0.5808379967
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0521563925
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0464961951
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0113443508
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0084913809
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0010145517
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.000960404
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0002881754
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0001140886
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
4.41382E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.12769E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Domestic Commerce
Score:
94.839
Magnitude:
103
Code:
15
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#15
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
15.3
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.9
Sprache Readability Score
4.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
19
Sprache Difficult Word Count
19
Frank Murkowski
The intent of the policy of incorporating risk assessment and cost- benefit analysis into the decisionmaking process is to ensure better, more cost-effective regulations and decisions over the long term. Again, it is the smart way to make sure we get the most value for our limited Government resources, especially in a time where the American public is unequivocally demanding a smaller Federal bureaucracy and less Government control of their lives.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.2
Leans Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.2
Leans Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.33647
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.27273
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.27273
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.51083
VADER
0.882
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0300478248
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0179555354
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0077273849
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0062539279
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0039153125
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0007280358
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0007063995
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0002262742
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001359292
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
4.10159E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
7.0024E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
90.651
Magnitude:
25
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
14
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
24
Sprache Difficult Word Count
30
Frank Murkowski
A couple of examples, Mr. President, to liven up the morning. I am told that a Kansas City bank was ordered by Federal regulators to put a braille keypad on drive-through ATM, automatic teller machines.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0
VADER
0
Neutral
Topics
Topic:
Domestic Commerce
Score:
97.029
Magnitude:
73
Code:
15
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#15
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
7.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
63.1
Gunning-Fog Score
8.1
Coleman-Liau Index
10.5
SMOG Index
9.9
Automated Readability Index
5.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.7
Sprache Readability Score
3.3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
14
Sprache Difficult Word Count
14
Frank Murkowski
A little food for thought. The U.S. Department of Agriculture, in another case, required California farmers to dispose of millions of pounds of otherwise good peaches and nectarines simply because they were smaller than Federal standards permitted. Fruit that could have been given away to the needy had to be left to rot.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.25131
VADER
0.128
Leans Positive
Topics
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
95.16
Magnitude:
82
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
7.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
61.1
Gunning-Fog Score
8.8
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
10.9
Automated Readability Index
6.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4
Sprache Readability Score
3.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
12
Sprache Difficult Word Count
17
Frank Murkowski
In Boise, ID, a plumbing contractor was penalized by OSHA because proper safety precautions were not taken by the employees, who successfully rescued a suffocating construction worker from a collapsed trench. The $7,785 fine was rescinded due to public outrage. Can you imagine that?
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.4
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.4
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.76214
VADER
0.637
Very Positive
Topics
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
94.809
Magnitude:
53
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
50.6
Gunning-Fog Score
14.9
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.7
Sprache Readability Score
4.3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
17
Sprache Difficult Word Count
22
Frank Murkowski
A self-employed truck mechanic in Morrisville, PA, was fined $2,200 and sentenced to 3 years in jail for hauling away 7,000 old tires and rusting cars and placing clean fill on his own occasionally wet property without a Federal permit, because it was classified as a "wetlands." The EPA argued the property was wetlands because of a stream -- dry for most of the year -- was partially trapped by the discarded junk and created several pools of water.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.36772
VADER
-0.572
Very Negative
Topics
Topic:
Domestic Commerce
Score:
97.477
Magnitude:
49
Code:
15
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#15
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
46.7
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
9.9
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.3
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
22
Sprache Difficult Word Count
26
Frank Murkowski
I could go on and on with those horror stories, Mr. President, but I know you are familiar with them as well.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.51083
VADER
0.077
Neutral
Topics
Topic:
Government Operations
Score:
39.009
Magnitude:
13
Code:
20
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#20
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
3.7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
88
Gunning-Fog Score
6.2
Coleman-Liau Index
6.7
SMOG Index
7.3
Automated Readability Index
2.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
3.4
Sprache Readability Score
2.3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
4
Sprache Difficult Word Count
4
Frank Murkowski
Finally, the legislation Senator Lott, Senator Johnston, and I have put together on risk assessment/cost-benefit would accomplish several important goals.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.8473
VADER
0.361
Somewhat Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
15.3
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.6
Sprache Readability Score
4.2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
9
Sprache Difficult Word Count
11
Frank Murkowski
First, the legislation establishes clear principles to be followed by the Department of Energy. It does not set up a new bureaucracy, but it requires specifics when it performs risk assessments, and they include the consideration and discussion of data that may or may not specifically point to a health risk; precise guidelines for the use of assumptions to bridge some of the data gaps; and most importantly, assessments that are objective and unbiased.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.8
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.8
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.84583
VADER
0.063
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
22.9
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
27
Sprache Difficult Word Count
27
Frank Murkowski
Second, the bill establishes principles for risk characterization that will allow for better understanding and communication, so the public can read what the risk is, like they can read the risk if they want fat soup or skinny crackers, because it is on there. DOE must issue a final regulation implementing the risk assessment and risk characterization principles. DOE must develop a plan to review and revise early risk assessments, which shall include a process by which members of the public may petition the DOE for review of particular risk assessments.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.8
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.8
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.84583
VADER
-0.625
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
34.7
Gunning-Fog Score
18.7
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.4
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
28
Sprache Difficult Word Count
24
Frank Murkowski
In addition to establishing a risk assessment procedural framework, the bill would also require the Department to apply the results of those assessments in significant ways that will ensure safer, more efficient and more cost-effective cleanup. Any plan, assessment, or record of decision to conduct an environmental restoration activity must go through a cost-benefit analysis. The Secretary is going to have to certify that the analysis is based upon the best reasonable information; the analysis is objective and unbiased; the environmental restoration activity significantly reduces the targeted risk; no alternative environmental restoration activity is more cost-effective; and the environmental restoration activity is likely to reduce benefits that justify its cost. The Department must prioritize resources to address the most serious and most cost-effective risks first.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.4
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.4
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.76214
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.31568
VADER
0.824
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
0
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
59
Sprache Difficult Word Count
44
Frank Murkowski
We intend to expand the scope of this legislation to apply to regulations and all agencies, to provide for an independent and external peer review process.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.60944
VADER
0.318
Somewhat Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
30.8
Gunning-Fog Score
18.1
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8
Sprache Readability Score
4.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
11
Sprache Difficult Word Count
13
Frank Murkowski
I do not want to complicate this with a lot of words. We are simply asking for a process that the public can understand and it is almost like truth-in-lending, which has never been applicable to the regulatory process. That is what we propose in this legislation.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.8473
VADER
0.284
Slightly Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
65.9
Gunning-Fog Score
10.6
Coleman-Liau Index
9.5
SMOG Index
10.6
Automated Readability Index
7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4
Sprache Readability Score
3.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
10
Sprache Difficult Word Count
12
Frank Murkowski
I ask unanimous consent at this time to have printed in the Record some of the risk comparisons that help to illustrate the importance of having comparative risks available to the public, and an article entitled "Unloading Excess Regulations," by Murray Weidenbaum, which appeared in the Journal of Commerce on January 27, 1995.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0.612
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
7.8
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
21
Sprache Difficult Word Count
23
Frank Murkowski
I urge my colleagues to consider the merits of this legislation. I assure you that the public supports it almost unanimously, because the system is simply out of balance. We need to address correctly the forms, cost benefits and risk analyses, which is one way to do it.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.95551
VADER
0.691
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.6
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
54.9
Gunning-Fog Score
12.2
Coleman-Liau Index
10.8
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
7.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.1
Sprache Readability Score
4.2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
16
Sprache Difficult Word Count
19
J. Bennett Johnston
Mr. President, I am pleased to cosponsor, along with Chairman Murkowski and Senator Lott, the Department of Energy risk Management Act of 1995.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.60944
VADER
0.44
Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
55.4
Gunning-Fog Score
6.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
7.3
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.8
Sprache Readability Score
3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
12
Sprache Difficult Word Count
12
J. Bennett Johnston
This bill builds upon work that I began in April of 1993, when I offered an amendment to the EPA Cabinet bill that would have required risk assessment and cost/benefit analysis with respect to EPA regulations. That amendment passed the Senate by a vote of 95-3. However, it did not become law because of the opposition of environmental advocacy groups and several House committee and subcommittee chairmen.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.58779
VADER
0.25
Slightly Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
44.9
Gunning-Fog Score
16.7
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
21
Sprache Difficult Word Count
25
J. Bennett Johnston
I then spent nearly a year working with those who had concerns about the amendment. The result was a revised amendment, supported by Senators Baucus and Moynihan, that met every legitimate concern. In May of last year, I offered the revised amendment to the safe drinking water bill, and it passed by a vote of 90-8.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.58779
VADER
0.637
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.6
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
59.9
Gunning-Fog Score
13.2
Coleman-Liau Index
10
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
8.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.7
Sprache Readability Score
4.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
17
Sprache Difficult Word Count
17
J. Bennett Johnston
That simple amendment would have required EPA to do a risk assessment and cost-benefit analysis when preparing regulations that have an impact on the economy of $100 million or more. As part of the process, the amendment provided that the Administrator must certify that the best reasonably obtainable science was used, that the regulation would actually reduce the risk addressed, that the regulation was the most cost-effective alternative, and that the benefits of the regulation justified the costs. It changed no environmental laws, and created no new causes of action. It was simply a truth-in-regulating provision.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.8473
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.57143
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.57143
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.18958
VADER
0.599
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
33.4
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
38
Sprache Difficult Word Count
38
J. Bennett Johnston
Unfortunately, environmental advocacy groups and certain members of the house continued to oppose the revised provision, and refused to pass the safe drinking water bill with my amendment. As a result, the safe drinking water bill died along with the amendment. This, in my opinion, was one of the sorriest chapters of the 103d Congress.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.11111
Leans Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.11111
Leans Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.20067
VADER
-0.077
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
45.2
Gunning-Fog Score
14.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.1
Sprache Readability Score
4.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
18
Sprache Difficult Word Count
19
J. Bennett Johnston
The Republicans then picked up the risk assessment and cost-benefit issue and included it in their Contract with America. As a result, it has become a high Republican priority, and is due to be acted upon during the first 100 days of this Congress.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.51083
VADER
-0.273
Slightly Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
50.5
Gunning-Fog Score
12.6
Coleman-Liau Index
10
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6
Sprache Readability Score
4.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
14
Sprache Difficult Word Count
15
J. Bennett Johnston
risk issue is now receiving, and fully agree that legislation should be enacted promptly, I urge my Republican colleagues to not get carried away. If we do this right, we will inject much-needed discipline into the process of setting environmental priorities. But if we go too far, we will bring the regulatory process to a grinding halt, a result that is not in the best interest of the public or the regulated industries.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.42857
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.42857
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.78846
VADER
0.407
Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
42.3
Gunning-Fog Score
15.8
Coleman-Liau Index
11.4
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.1
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
23
Sprache Difficult Word Count
27
J. Bennett Johnston
The bill we are introducing today is narrowly drawn to apply only to the cleanup activities of the Department of Energy, such as those at Hanford, WA, and Rocky Flats, CO. We drafted the bill in this manner because the cleanup of DOE weapons sites is one of the toughest issues facing the Energy and Natural Resources Committee, and Chairman Murkowski and I want to focus the Energy Committee's attention on the need for risk assessment and cost-benefit analysis in prioritizing that cleanup effort.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.58779
VADER
0.422
Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
22.4
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.1
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
32
Sprache Difficult Word Count
33
J. Bennett Johnston
We feel that the cleanup problem at Department of Energy facilities is a perfect example of our inability to set rational priorities when it comes to environmental protection. Currently, we are spending $6 billion a year of our constituents' money and accomplishing virtually nothing in terms of actual cleanup. If we can set risk-based priorities for the cleanup of those facilities, and then implement those priorities in a cost-effective fashion, that would be a major accomplishment.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.25131
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.99853
VADER
0.103
Leans Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
24.3
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
29
Sprache Difficult Word Count
27
J. Bennett Johnston
This is not to say that Chairman Murkowski, Senator Lott, and I feel that risk assessment and cost-benefit analysis should be applied only to the cleanup of Department of Energy facilities. Chairman Murkowski and Senator Lott will soon introduce an amendment to the bill, which will follow the bill to the Energy Committee. The amendment will apply the requirements of the bill to all Federal agencies, including EPA. The bill and the amendment will then be the subject of hearings in our committee.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.51083
VADER
0.273
Slightly Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
46.5
Gunning-Fog Score
14.1
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
30
Sprache Difficult Word Count
26
J. Bennett Johnston
Although I agree with the thrust of the amendment, I chose not to be a cosponsor for two reasons. First, I want to reserve judgment on whether risk assessment and cost-benefit analysis should be required of all Federal agencies. I am confident that they should apply to EPA and the Department of Energy, but I think we need to carefully examine the issue of applying those principles to all other Federal agencies.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.42857
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.42857
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.78846
VADER
0.579
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
47.7
Gunning-Fog Score
15.8
Coleman-Liau Index
11.3
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
26
Sprache Difficult Word Count
28
J. Bennett Johnston
I also want to briefly explain why the bill has no dollar threshold. Last year, my amendment applied only to EPA regulations that have an effect on the economy of $100 million a year or more. The bill we are introducing today, however, does not contain a dollar threshold because the cleanup activities of DOE are so easily divided into small increments. In other words, there was concern that even a relatively low threshold could be evaded by dividing a cleanup plan into units that fit under the dollar threshold The issue of the appropriate threshold, both as to DOE cleanups and as to regulations issued by other agencies, is one that will need careful examination when we hold hearings on this legislation.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0
VADER
0.026
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
37.4
Gunning-Fog Score
18.2
Coleman-Liau Index
11.8
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
33
Sprache Difficult Word Count
31
J. Bennett Johnston
Mr. President, it often takes more than one Congress to enact important legislation, and this matter has proven to be no exception. In a recent article entitled "Congress Discovers Risk Analysis," Terry Davies of Resources for the Future begins by stating that:
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.94591
VADER
-0.103
Leans Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
45.6
Gunning-Fog Score
10.4
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.3
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.5
Sprache Readability Score
3.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
18
Sprache Difficult Word Count
17
J. Bennett Johnston
Now that we have discovered risk assessment, I urge that it is the task of the 104th Congress to legislate on the subject with all deliberate speed. Given that we spend almost $150 billion a year on environmental protection, we cannot afford to delay in setting priorities based on the extent of risk posed to the public and the environment.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.19722
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.51083
VADER
-0.425
Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
42.4
Gunning-Fog Score
18
Coleman-Liau Index
10.8
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
19
Sprache Difficult Word Count
25
J. Bennett Johnston
I ask unanimous consent that Mr. Davies' article be included in the Record.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0.226
Slightly Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
7.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
50.6
Gunning-Fog Score
11.8
Coleman-Liau Index
11.3
SMOG Index
10.3
Automated Readability Index
3.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.6
Sprache Readability Score
2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
6
Sprache Difficult Word Count
7
Trent Lott
Mr. President, I rise today to announce that with my colleagues, Senators Murkowski and Johnston, we are introducing the Department of Energy Risk Management Act of 1995.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.60944
VADER
0
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
52.1
Gunning-Fog Score
8.4
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
8.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.7
Sprache Readability Score
3.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
12
Sprache Difficult Word Count
13
Trent Lott
I believe that most Americans would be shocked and dismayed to discover that Federal agencies every day release and enforce rules that have not been validated with solid, sound, scientific data.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0
VADER
-0.595
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
28
Gunning-Fog Score
18.9
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.1
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
11
Sprache Difficult Word Count
11
Trent Lott
It does not make sense, but unfortunately it is true.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.51083
VADER
0.153
Leans Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
6
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
69.8
Gunning-Fog Score
8
Coleman-Liau Index
8.9
SMOG Index
9
Automated Readability Index
3.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
2.1
Sprache Readability Score
2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
1
Sprache Difficult Word Count
2
Trent Lott
That is why legislation is needed to mandate a commonsense approach.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.51083
VADER
0
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.2
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
41.9
Gunning-Fog Score
11.7
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
8.5
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.7
Sprache Readability Score
2.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
5
Sprache Difficult Word Count
5
Trent Lott
We have crafted a bill which simply demands that the Department of Energy act in a scientifically responsible manner.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0.527
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
36.2
Gunning-Fog Score
11.8
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.6
Sprache Readability Score
3.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
8
Sprache Difficult Word Count
9
Trent Lott
This year's legislation builds on the bill I introduced in the last Congress and the two successful amendments offered by Senator Johnston of Louisiana.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.60944
VADER
0.586
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
38
Gunning-Fog Score
16.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.8
Sprache Readability Score
4.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
10
Sprache Difficult Word Count
11
Trent Lott
Senator Johnston's amendments were overwhelmingly adopted, and this clearly illustrates the congressional frustration and bipartisan support for stopping Federal agencies which avoid sound science and fiscal responsibility in rulemaking.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.2
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.2
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.33647
VADER
-0.572
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
0
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
10
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
18
Sprache Difficult Word Count
19
Trent Lott
Senator Murkowski, as the new chairman of the Energy and Natural Resources Committee, has played a critical role in focusing this legislation. And his committee is an appropriate forum to examine the issue and its consequences.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0.572
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
26.4
Gunning-Fog Score
15
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.8
Sprache Readability Score
4.2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
18
Sprache Difficult Word Count
17
Trent Lott
This year similar legislation was introduced in the House of Representatives and is already receiving scrutiny through hearings.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0
VADER
0
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
19.4
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.2
Sprache Readability Score
3.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
6
Sprache Difficult Word Count
7
Trent Lott
There is also comparable and more comprehensive legislation being drafted by Senator Dole, the majority leader.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0.31
Somewhat Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
10.8
Gunning-Fog Score
16.4
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.7
Sprache Readability Score
3.3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
7
Sprache Difficult Word Count
9
Trent Lott
There are also bills introduced by Senators Baucus, Moynihan, and Roth which touch on the same subject.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-1.09861
VADER
0
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
60.2
Gunning-Fog Score
9.2
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.3
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.5
Sprache Readability Score
3.3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
5
Sprache Difficult Word Count
7
Trent Lott
Clearly, there is a groundswell of legislative activity to stop Federal agency abuse in the name of science which, more often than not, turns out to be false, questionable, or even misleading.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.3979
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-2.3979
VADER
-0.823
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
31.6
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
10
Sprache Difficult Word Count
11
Trent Lott
This deceptive and dishonest regulatory zeal reminds me of the title of an ABC news program by John Stossel -- "Are We Scaring Ourselves to Death." This program made its point in a compelling manner -- Federal rulemaking is seriously flawed.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.19722
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.75
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.75
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-1.60944
VADER
-0.925
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
43.9
Gunning-Fog Score
14
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.4
Sprache Readability Score
4.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
16
Sprache Difficult Word Count
20
Trent Lott
Our legislation will not add to the confusion. It will not stall scientific advances, and it will not prescribe how to conduct scientific research.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0
VADER
-0.242
Slightly Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
7.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
60.7
Gunning-Fog Score
13.1
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
8.3
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.9
Sprache Readability Score
2.8
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
8
Sprache Difficult Word Count
8
Trent Lott
On the contrary, in a nutshell, it will just force transparency and accountability in the rulemaking process and nothing more.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.51083
VADER
0
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
34.3
Gunning-Fog Score
16
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.5
Sprache Readability Score
3.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
7
Sprache Difficult Word Count
7
Trent Lott
No Federal agency should be afraid of honestly displaying to the American people they are protecting the science, logic, assumptions, and inferences used to establish the rules and standards it imposes.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.95551
VADER
0.103
Leans Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
14.4
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
13
Sprache Difficult Word Count
14
Trent Lott
This is not irresponsible and not burdensome.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-1.60944
VADER
0.27
Slightly Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
42.6
Gunning-Fog Score
14.2
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
7.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.9
Sprache Readability Score
1.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
2
Sprache Difficult Word Count
2
Trent Lott
Our legislation does permit Americans to: First, challenge existing risk assessments; second, insist on an independent peer review of the risk and its corresponding rule; and third, request the ultimate American right of a trial when there is an honest disagreement.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.42857
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.42857
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.78846
VADER
-0.273
Slightly Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
12.5
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
17
Sprache Difficult Word Count
17
Trent Lott
The existing regulatory system is upside down. Agencies which have a vested interest in promulgating rules cannot be challenged in any public forum on the very foundation and basis for its rules.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.51083
VADER
0.574
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
39.9
Gunning-Fog Score
13.9
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.2
Sprache Readability Score
3.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
11
Sprache Difficult Word Count
14
Trent Lott
Our legislation is not questioning the necessity for the rule or rulemaking. We are just talking about the underlying risk assessments.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-1.09861
VADER
-0.246
Slightly Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
39.1
Gunning-Fog Score
15.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.2
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.5
Sprache Readability Score
2.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
8
Sprache Difficult Word Count
8
Trent Lott
Our legislation merely levels the playing field between the benevolent protector and the protected American public. I cannot imagine why this is so threatening, unless there are many rules that cannot pass the red-face test as my coauthor and friend, Senator Johnston, is fond of saying.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.71429
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.71429
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.46634
VADER
0.926
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
40.8
Gunning-Fog Score
15.4
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
15
Sprache Difficult Word Count
19
Trent Lott
Tell me what is so threatening by the words "scientifically objective and unbiased." Maybe the status quo can be characterized, as I believe, as cavalier and arbitrary.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.51083
VADER
-0.026
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
36.5
Gunning-Fog Score
15.8
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.9
Sprache Readability Score
3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
9
Sprache Difficult Word Count
9
Trent Lott
I see peer review as a useful certification function which ends the Federal Government's stifling monopoly over risk assessment methodology and practices. By extending power to scientists from academia, who have no vested interest in the agency, makes good Mississippi sense. Who feels safe when the fox watches the hen house? And that is what is happening now.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.71429
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.71429
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.46634
VADER
0.84
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
41.9
Gunning-Fog Score
12.7
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.9
Sprache Readability Score
4.2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
19
Sprache Difficult Word Count
22
Trent Lott
All we want to do is restore the public confidence in the rulemaking process and the risk assessment methods.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.60944
VADER
0.572
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
54
Gunning-Fog Score
13.9
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.8
Sprache Readability Score
3.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
7
Sprache Difficult Word Count
8
Trent Lott
And, I am confident that this is the same goal of each Senator who is involved in examining this issue.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0
VADER
0.494
Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
63.9
Gunning-Fog Score
12
Coleman-Liau Index
8.3
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
7.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.9
Sprache Readability Score
3.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
5
Sprache Difficult Word Count
6
Trent Lott
It serves no useful purpose for regulators to hide their value judgments behind complicated mathematical probabilities which just do not make sense. In the end the American citizen is unable to either comprehend or distinguish the authentic risk.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.22378
VADER
0.077
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
27.3
Gunning-Fog Score
17.1
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.3
Sprache Readability Score
4.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
13
Sprache Difficult Word Count
17
Trent Lott
Our legislation will not bog down the process as opponents will assert. But, like many of the risks subjected to rules, this too is a false argument because only major rules will be subjected to this process.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.3979
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.42857
Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.42857
Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.78846
VADER
-0.273
Slightly Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
60
Gunning-Fog Score
12.8
Coleman-Liau Index
10.9
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.2
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.2
Sprache Readability Score
3.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
10
Sprache Difficult Word Count
10
Trent Lott
Our legislation will not gut existing environmental laws as opponents will also claim. Wrong. There is a specific section in the bill which expressly states that no existing statutes will be removed. Although there are a lot that not what this bill does.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-1.60944
VADER
-0.649
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
6.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
68
Gunning-Fog Score
10.8
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
10.8
Automated Readability Index
6.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.3
Sprache Readability Score
3.2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
13
Sprache Difficult Word Count
15
Trent Lott
Why would opponents advance such shrill and untrue assertions? Perhaps there are regulations which will fail the Johnston red-face test or serve as another illustration for John Stossel to humiliate an agency.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.5
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.5
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.95551
VADER
-0.791
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
46.5
Gunning-Fog Score
15.1
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.8
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.6
Sprache Readability Score
3.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
12
Sprache Difficult Word Count
15
Trent Lott
Public policy should not be maintained just to avoid agency embarrassment.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-1.60944
VADER
-0.625
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.2
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
34.2
Gunning-Fog Score
15.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.7
Sprache Readability Score
2.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
5
Sprache Difficult Word Count
6
Trent Lott
This only perpetuates the harm done to Americans who have lost economic opportunities through misplaced priorities for unfounded risks.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.8473
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.51083
VADER
-0.649
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
13.9
Gunning-Fog Score
18.1
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.6
Sprache Readability Score
3.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
8
Sprache Difficult Word Count
8
Trent Lott
And, even more serious, public dollars have been wasted chasing an agenda rather than valid risks. This has exposed Americans to real risks which could have been corrected long ago.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.19722
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.2
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.2
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.33647
VADER
-0.806
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
50.6
Gunning-Fog Score
11.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.3
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6
Sprache Readability Score
3.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
10
Sprache Difficult Word Count
11
Trent Lott
Risk based decisionmaking is obvious, especially since our Government, and the private sector, spends billions through the regulatory process to protect the environment and human health.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.94591
VADER
0.128
Leans Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
11.2
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
12
Sprache Difficult Word Count
14
Trent Lott
Our country needs a way to choose regulatory priorities, just like families prioritize its spending. This can be done with the cost/ benefit provision in this legislation without greater exposure to risks.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0
VADER
0.452
Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
39.9
Gunning-Fog Score
16.4
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.7
Sprache Readability Score
3.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
10
Sprache Difficult Word Count
12
Trent Lott
Asserting an unfounded risk is not a substitute for informed and thoughtful consideration by accountable officials who work with the public to make balanced decisions.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.71429
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.71429
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.46634
VADER
0.128
Leans Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
25.8
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.2
Sprache Readability Score
4.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
11
Sprache Difficult Word Count
12
Trent Lott
The Murkowski-Johnston bill gives you accountability and public access.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.94591
VADER
0
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
27.5
Gunning-Fog Score
8
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.8
Sprache Readability Score
2.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
4
Sprache Difficult Word Count
6
Trent Lott
I am proud of the bipartisan and collaborative effort this legislation represents.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.60944
VADER
0.477
Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
11.4
Gunning-Fog Score
18.1
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.2
Sprache Readability Score
2.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
5
Sprache Difficult Word Count
5
Trent Lott
It is a solid commitment to sound rulemaking which will not jeopardize our environment or the health of our citizens.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.8473
VADER
0.494
Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
42.7
Gunning-Fog Score
18
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.9
Sprache Readability Score
3.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
5
Sprache Difficult Word Count
7
Trent Lott
Our legislation will remove misinformation and public confusion.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-1.60944
VADER
-0.542
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
0
Gunning-Fog Score
18.2
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.3
Sprache Readability Score
2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
3
Sprache Difficult Word Count
5
Trent Lott
I believe the Department of Energy Risk Management Act deserves your serious consideration and support.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.3979
VADER
0.34
Somewhat Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
22.4
Gunning-Fog Score
11.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
9.2
Sprache Readability Score
3.1
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
8
Sprache Difficult Word Count
8
Trent Lott
So I urge my colleagues to look at this legislation. It has been carefully crafted over a number of months. It is long overdue in my opinion.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.51083
VADER
0.202
Slightly Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
6.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
66.1
Gunning-Fog Score
11
Coleman-Liau Index
8.6
SMOG Index
10.6
Automated Readability Index
2.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.5
Sprache Readability Score
2.3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
7
Sprache Difficult Word Count
7
Trent Lott
I would like to say now that I certainly commend the distinguished Senator from Alaska for the good work he has done. He has already had some preliminary hearings on this. I hope we can move this legislation early in this session.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.94591
VADER
0.866
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
61.7
Gunning-Fog Score
11.3
Coleman-Liau Index
10.3
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
6.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
3.3
Sprache Readability Score
3.2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
7
Sprache Difficult Word Count
10
Mitch McConnell
Mr. President, I am pleased to introduce a bill to establish a law enforcement officer's bill of rights. In every city and town, we rely on law enforcement officers to protect our safety. They put their lives on the line for us every single day.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.42857
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.42857
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.78846
VADER
0.807
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
6.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
65.7
Gunning-Fog Score
12.5
Coleman-Liau Index
9.6
SMOG Index
11.8
Automated Readability Index
4.5
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.1
Sprache Readability Score
3.2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
10
Sprache Difficult Word Count
14
Mitch McConnell
And, often their jobs can be very difficult. The Constitution requires they conduct themselves appropriately, and they are subject to the laws and regulations set out by Congress as well as State and local regulatory bodies. They have to make snap decisions in high pressure situations. If they make the wrong decision, they can be subject to a lawsuit -- for violation of the civil rights of a citizen.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.3979
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0
VADER
-0.877
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
54
Gunning-Fog Score
12.1
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.8
Sprache Readability Score
4.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
17
Sprache Difficult Word Count
22
Mitch McConnell
While citizens have protection when a law enforcement officer engages in improper conduct, the police officer is often left without any legal rights when subject to disciplinary action. This bill aims to correct that unfairness.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.3979
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.11111
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.11111
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.20067
VADER
0.215
Slightly Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
34.4
Gunning-Fog Score
17.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.4
Sprache Readability Score
4.2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
10
Sprache Difficult Word Count
17
Mitch McConnell
The bill guarantees basic due process rights to law enforcement officers who are subject to investigation or interrogation for noncriminal disciplinary matters. And, let me emphasize that these rights do not apply in an emergency situation where the police officer is suspected of committing a crime or where that officer would be a threat to the safety or property of others. The bill reserves in the chief of police or other local officials the right to immediately suspend an officer who is suspected of committing a serious offense.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.94444
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0
VADER
-0.908
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
26.1
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
28
Sprache Difficult Word Count
31
Mitch McConnell
But, where there is no criminal conduct and no emergency situation, a police officer should have a right to be informed of his or her misconduct, to answer the charges, and to be represented by a lawyer or other appropriate person. These are basic due process rights that should be guaranteed to those on whom we rely to protect our safety.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.45455
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.45455
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.8873
VADER
-0.727
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
42.7
Gunning-Fog Score
18.8
Coleman-Liau Index
10.6
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
13
Sprache Difficult Word Count
19
Mitch McConnell
Mr. President, there are some 475,000 State and local law enforcement officers who put their lives on the line for the rest of us. Let us give them their basic and fundamental rights.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.58779
VADER
0
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
3.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
90.8
Gunning-Fog Score
8.1
Coleman-Liau Index
8.4
SMOG Index
9
Automated Readability Index
3.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.3
Sprache Readability Score
2.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
8
Sprache Difficult Word Count
10
Mitch McConnell
I ask unanimous consent that the full text of the bill be printed in the Record.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.60944
VADER
0.226
Slightly Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
6.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
74.3
Gunning-Fog Score
8.9
Coleman-Liau Index
7.7
SMOG Index
9
Automated Readability Index
5.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.7
Sprache Readability Score
3.1
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
4
Sprache Difficult Word Count
6
Joe Biden
Mr. President; today I and Senator McConnell are introducing the Law Enforcement Officers' Bill of Rights Act of 1995, a bill aimed at protecting the rights of law enforcement officers on the front line of this Nation's fight against violent crime and drug trafficking.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.61904
VADER
-0.813
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.2
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
53.8
Gunning-Fog Score
14.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.5
Sprache Readability Score
4.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
15
Sprache Difficult Word Count
17
Joe Biden
Police work is an incredibly difficult job, demanding split-second decisions that have life-or-death consequences. My colleagues may be surprised to find that despite the critical role that front-line law enforcement officers play to enforce the Constitution's rights and guarantees, and the related need to guarantee the highest standards of police conduct, internal disciplinary procedures in law enforcement agencies continue to vary widely across the nation.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.17647
Leans Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.17647
Leans Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.33647
VADER
0.184
Leans Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
16.1
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
32
Sprache Difficult Word Count
32
Joe Biden
The often ad hoc procedures that many departments use to guide internal investigations frequently allows police executives to take arbitrary and unfair actions against innocent police officers, while allowing culpable officers to avoid any punishment at all.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.19722
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.09091
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.09091
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.16705
VADER
-0.727
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
0
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
9.1
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
17
Sprache Difficult Word Count
20
Joe Biden
The law enforcement officers' bill of rights is designed to replace the ad hoc nature of many internal police investigations by encouraging States to provide minimum procedural standards to guide such investigations. The standards and protections offered by this bill are modeled on the Standards for Law Enforcement Agencies developed by the National Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.57143
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.57143
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.18958
VADER
0.527
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
16.3
Gunning-Fog Score
18.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
28
Sprache Difficult Word Count
27
Joe Biden
As the preface to the Commission's standards on internal affairs notes:
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.60944
VADER
0
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
49.5
Gunning-Fog Score
8
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
9.3
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.7
Sprache Readability Score
2.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
5
Sprache Difficult Word Count
5
Joe Biden
The specific standards and rights guaranteed by the law enforcement officers bill of rights introduced today include:
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
40.3
Gunning-Fog Score
18.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.4
Sprache Readability Score
3.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
6
Sprache Difficult Word Count
9
Joe Biden
The provisions of this bill will take effect at the end of the second full legislative term of each State. After such time, a law enforcement officer whose rights have been abridged may sue in State court for pecuniary and other damages, including full reinstatement.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.42857
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.42857
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.78846
VADER
-0.44
Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
54.3
Gunning-Fog Score
16.1
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.3
Sprache Readability Score
4.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
9
Sprache Difficult Word Count
16
Joe Biden
Although the bill provides certain procedural rights, it gives States considerable discretion in implementing these safeguards, including the flexibility to provide for summary punishment and emergency suspensions of law enforcement officers.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.63599
VADER
0.026
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
0
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
9.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
15
Sprache Difficult Word Count
18
Joe Biden
It is also important to note what the bill does not do. The bill explicitly provides that the standards and protections governing internal investigations shall not apply to investigations of criminal misconduct by law enforcement officers. As a result, criminal investigations of law enforcement officers would not be affected by this bill.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.56495
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.11111
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.11111
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.20067
VADER
-0.703
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
31.4
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6
Sprache Readability Score
4.1
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
17
Sprache Difficult Word Count
16
Joe Biden
Moreover, the protections in this bill do not apply to minor violations of departmental rules or regulations, not to actions taken on the basis of an officers' employment-related performance.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0
VADER
-0.527
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
12.8
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.3
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
13
Sprache Difficult Word Count
15
Joe Biden
I would also like to acknowledge the hard work of several of the Nation's leading law enforcement organizations on this important bill. the real leaders behind this effort -- and they have been the leaders since the police officers' bill of rights won passage in the Senate in 1991 -- are the Fraternal Order of Police, the National Association of Police Organizations, and the International Brotherhood of Police Officers. No one should be confused about where the force behind the law enforcement officers bill of rights lies -- it lies with these organizations.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.65393
VADER
-0.511
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
36.3
Gunning-Fog Score
16.4
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
25
Sprache Difficult Word Count
23
Joe Biden
Finally, let me say to the entire law enforcement community -- you enjoy one of the most amicable and productive relationships between the rank and file and management. Many have observed that the reason for these relations is the fact that today's chief was yesterday's patrol officer -- just as today's patrol officer will be tomorrow's sheriff. That is why I look forward to working with all members of the law enforcement community to pass legislation protecting the rights of all law enforcement officers.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.42857
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.42857
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.8473
VADER
0.494
Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
38.8
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
24
Sprache Difficult Word Count
27
Joe Biden
Mr. President, I have heard many Members of the Senate reflect on the commitment of those brave individuals who risk their lives as front- line law enforcement officers. Mr. President, the bill we introduce today gives every Member of the Senate the chance to provide at least some of the protections these police heroes deserve.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.22378
VADER
0.848
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
62.1
Gunning-Fog Score
10.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
10.8
Automated Readability Index
8.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5
Sprache Readability Score
3.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
15
Sprache Difficult Word Count
19
Al D'Amato
Mr. President, I today introduce the Depository Institution Affiliation Act of 1995 to modernize the antiquated laws governing the financial services industry. I am pleased that Representative Richard Baker, chairman of the House Banking Subcommittee on Capital Markets, Securities and Government Sponsored Enterprises, will today introduce similar legislation. This comprehensive legislation seeks:
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.55556
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.55556
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0.727
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
3.3
Gunning-Fog Score
14.4
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.2
Sprache Readability Score
4.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
25
Sprache Difficult Word Count
29
Al D'Amato
To promote competition among bank and nonbank providers of financial services; To encourage innovation in the design and delivery of financial services and products to individuals, large and small businesses, nonprofit institutions, and municipalities; To ensure the adequate regulation of financial intermediaries in order to protect depositors and investors; To preserve the safety and soundness of the banking system and the overall financial system; and To protect the Nation's taxpayers by requiring that nonbanking activities are conducted in separately capitalized and functionally regulated affiliates.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.64706
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.64706
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.42139
VADER
0.958
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
0
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
10
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
39
Sprache Difficult Word Count
39
Al D'Amato
Mr. President, now is the time to ready the Nation's financial services industry for the 21st century. Congress has allowed regulation of the financial services industry, a goliath with 5 million employees and $16 trillion in assets, to fall far behind market forces. Since the late 1970's, market forces have fueled massive changes in the financial services industry. But the in the wake of the Great Depression, which stifles competition among providers of financial services. Without comprehensive reform, the Nation risks losing its leadership in the global market for financial services to Europe and Japan.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.42857
Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.42857
Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.78846
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.15789
Leans Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.15789
Leans Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.30228
VADER
-0.101
Leans Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.6
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
40.3
Gunning-Fog Score
16.4
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.1
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
38
Sprache Difficult Word Count
33
Al D'Amato
Mr. President, this bill is virtually identical to legislation that I have previously sponsored or cosponsored. I first introduced this bill in 1987 as S. 1905, and I reintroduced it in 1989 as S. 530. The actual text of the 1995 bill, and its significant principles and provisions, are identical to the earlier versions. The 1995 version, however, contains technical and conforming changes to reflect the enactment of banking laws since its original introduction, such as the Financial Institutions Reform and Recovery and Enforcement Act of 1989, Public Law 101-73, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation Improvement Act of 1991, Public Law 102-242, and the interstate banking and community development bills of the last Congress.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.75
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.75
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.60944
VADER
0.727
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.6
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
48.5
Gunning-Fog Score
14.9
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.4
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
41
Sprache Difficult Word Count
43
Al D'Amato
Mr. President, I remain committed to comprehensive, fair, and innovative financial services reform. Congress must assert its authority and meet its responsibility to increase the availability of innovative financial products and services for consumers, businesses and Government at the lowest possible cost.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.53846
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.53846
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0.881
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
11.3
Gunning-Fog Score
18.9
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.5
Sprache Readability Score
4.2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
18
Sprache Difficult Word Count
22
Al D'Amato
Mr. President, let me summarize the key provisions of the Depository Institution Affiliation Act [DIAA]. I will submit a more detailed section-by-section explanation of the bill at the end of my remarks.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.51083
VADER
0
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
49.5
Gunning-Fog Score
8
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
6.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.8
Sprache Readability Score
3.1
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
13
Sprache Difficult Word Count
13
Al D'Amato
In general, the DIAA retains and reinforces the basic principles reflected in the present framework for regulation of federally insured banks and thrifts, while permitting banks and nonbanks to affiliate in a holding company framework. The DIAA thus preserves all the safety-and- soundness and conflict-of-interest protections of the present system, while providing legal flexibility for a company to meet the financial needs of consumers, businesses and others by removing limitations on affiliations.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.71429
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.71429
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.66501
VADER
0.44
Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
3
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
32
Sprache Difficult Word Count
33
Al D'Amato
Mr. President, the DIAA would establish a new charter alternative for all companies interested in entering or diversifying in the financial services field -- a financial services holding company [FSHC]. The bill would permit the merging of banking and commerce under carefully regulated circumstances by allowing a FSHC to own both a depository institution and companies engaged in both financial and nonfinancial activities.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.63636
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.63636
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.335
VADER
0.71
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
14.2
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
26
Sprache Difficult Word Count
27
Al D'Amato
Mr. President, by authorizing an alternative regulatory framework, the legislation would essentially exempt a FSHC's subsidiaries and affiliates from those sections of the Glass-Steagall and Bank Holding Company Acts that restrict mixing commercial banking with other financial -- securities, investment banking, and so forth -- and nonfinancial activities -- retailing, technology, manufacturing. A FSHC would be able to diversify into any activity through affiliates of the holding company with such affiliates subject to enhanced regulation.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.99853
VADER
0
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
0
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
36
Sprache Difficult Word Count
33
Al D'Amato
Mr. President, the regulation of the bank and nonbank affiliates of financial services holding companies would be along functional lines. The insured-bank affiliate would be regulated by Federal and State bank regulators, the securities affiliate by the Securities and Exchange Commission, and so on. Thus, for each affiliate, existing regulatory expertise will be applied to protect consumers, investors and taxpayers. Functional regulation will also assure that competition in discrete products and services is fair by eliminating current loopholes and regulatory gaps.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.02165
VADER
0.866
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
14.8
Gunning-Fog Score
18.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
37
Sprache Difficult Word Count
33
Al D'Amato
Mr. President, I want to underscore that the DIAA would not require existing firms to alter their regulatory structure. By permitting financial services providers to become FSHC's, such providers will have the options to phase gradually into, or expand within, the financial services industry.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.95551
VADER
0.382
Somewhat Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
32.4
Gunning-Fog Score
17.7
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.8
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.6
Sprache Readability Score
4.2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
22
Sprache Difficult Word Count
21
Al D'Amato
Mr. President, our country still relies on a system of financial regulation that was established in the aftermath of the economic collapse of the 1930's and the Great Depression. By restricting competition among the various sectors of the financial services industry, the Glass-Steagall Act of 1933, the Federal securities law of that era, and the Bank Holding Company Act of 1956 sought to enhance the safety of financial instruments and intermediaries.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.33647
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.28571
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.28571
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.54654
VADER
-0.103
Leans Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
30.9
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.3
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
28
Sprache Difficult Word Count
30
Al D'Amato
Mr. President, the past 20 years have seen a growing competition among providers of financial services. Banks seek more freedom to sell securities, mutual funds and insurance. Nonbank lenders, such as brokerage and insurance firms, offer commercial loans and other financing arrangements to business. And, finance companies and their commercial owners now play an increased role in the Nation's financial system. Many financial intermediaries provide functionally equivalent products and services.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.53846
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.53846
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0.897
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
31.8
Gunning-Fog Score
16.7
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.8
Sprache Readability Score
4.8
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
32
Sprache Difficult Word Count
33
Al D'Amato
Mr. President, the United States must adopt a regulatory regime that recognizes market realities and assesses and controls risk. Our present patchwork of financial laws protects particular industries, restrains competition, prevents diversification that would limit risks, restricts potential sources of capital, and undermines the efficient delivery of services and the competitive position of our financial institutions in world markets.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.33647
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.07692
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.07692
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.1431
VADER
0.402
Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
9.1
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
9.3
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
31
Sprache Difficult Word Count
33
Al D'Amato
Mr. President, the Banking Committee and other committees of Congress have already held exhaustive hearings on the issues raised by the DIAA and reviewed bookshelves full of studies and blueprints for financial reform. Rather than enact comprehensive reform, Congress has thus far ceded the playing field to piecemeal deregulation by bank regulators and the courts. We must now end this debate and enact a legal framework that prepares our financial institutions for the new century and the challenges of a rapidly changing global economy.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.11111
Leans Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.11111
Leans Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.20067
VADER
0.477
Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
35.5
Gunning-Fog Score
16
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
36
Sprache Difficult Word Count
36
Al D'Amato
Mr. President, the DIAA represents a good starting point and a sound approach to modernizing our financial structure. I recognize that this bill can be improved from the 1987 version, and I am specifically requesting constructive and helpful comments to improve and to refine the major principles underlying the bill.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.8
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.8
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.84583
VADER
0.893
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
47.8
Gunning-Fog Score
14.7
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.3
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.8
Sprache Readability Score
4.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
19
Sprache Difficult Word Count
23
Al D'Amato
Mr. President, congressional studies, Federal regulators, and industry leaders have supported comprehensive reform of the Nation's financial system. The Treasury Department's study, "Modernizing the Financial System: Recommendations for Safer, More Competitive Banks" (1991), essentially endorsed the legislation I am introducing today. In the recently enacted Riegle-Neal Interstate Banking and Efficiency Act of 1994 Congress directed Treasury to conduct another study of the Nation's financial services system. In a letter sent to Secretary Rubin today, I have strongly urged the Treasury Department to endorse and to reaffirm the basic conclusions of its 1991 study and to make further recommendations to promote competitiveness and efficiency, and to protect the taxpayer.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.3
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.3
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.58779
VADER
0.975
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
14.7
Gunning-Fog Score
16.1
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
53
Sprache Difficult Word Count
48
Al D'Amato
Mr. President, given the broad support for comprehensive reform, why has Congress not overhauled the antiquated laws governing financial services? Why has Congress, by default, permitted the bank regulatory agencies and the courts to rewrite, in an ad hoc fashion, these laws?
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.25131
VADER
0.62
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
43.6
Gunning-Fog Score
15.1
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.5
Sprache Readability Score
4.2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
18
Sprache Difficult Word Count
23
Al D'Amato
Mr. President, the answer is clear. Congress, Federal regulators, and the affected industries have lacked the vision to support the comprehensive reform reflected in this bill. We have debated bank deregulation and expanded bank powers. This polarizing debate has pitted the banks against securities firms, big banks against small banks, and banks against insurance agents and real estate brokers.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.4
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.4
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.76214
VADER
0.836
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.2
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
42.9
Gunning-Fog Score
12.2
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.3
Sprache Readability Score
4.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
25
Sprache Difficult Word Count
28
Al D'Amato
Mr. President, history must not repeat itself. Today, as the Fed, the FDIC and the Comptroller of the Currency consider modifying their rules to permit banks, nonbank affiliates of holding companies and operating subsidiaries of national banks to engage in a de novo or additional securities and insurance activities, I have a sense of deja vu. In 1987, the Competitive Equality Banking Act was passed to preserve Congress' ability to conduct a comprehensive review of banking and financial laws, and to make decisions on the need for financial restructuring legislation. Congress imposed a statutory moratorium on the authority of bank regulators to approve certain securities, insurance and real estate activities, 100-86. This moratorium ended on March 1, 1988.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.57895
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.57895
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.23676
VADER
0.898
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
28.2
Gunning-Fog Score
17.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
51
Sprache Difficult Word Count
52
Al D'Amato
Mr. President, the Banking Committee closely monitors activities and around Washington of regulatory moratoriums, I strongly urge bank regulators to support our efforts to rewrite the laws they administer rather than to stretch current laws beyond their statutory terms or the intent of Congress.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0.586
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
23
Gunning-Fog Score
15.2
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
22
Sprache Difficult Word Count
25
Al D'Amato
Mr. President, our outdated regulatory regime has hurt the global competitiveness of U.S. financial institutions. Over the past 20 years, in part because financial markets in Japan and Europe are less regulated than in the United States, the number of American banks among the top 25 in the world has dropped from eight to none. In an era of increased globalization and free trade, as illustrated by NAFTA and GATT, we must not shackle U.S. financial institutions with a statutory framework that responds to the policy concerns of the 1930's.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.5
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.5
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.8473
VADER
0.71
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
56.3
Gunning-Fog Score
11.1
Coleman-Liau Index
11.8
SMOG Index
11.6
Automated Readability Index
6.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.1
Sprache Readability Score
4.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
32
Sprache Difficult Word Count
32
Al D'Amato
Mr. President, the 104th Congress must address and resolve the important questions relating to the health and future of the banking industry in the broader context of a financial system that is increasingly composed of nonbank financial service providers. We must focus on the needs of our economy for credit and growth in the future and the next century. We must focus on financial stability, safety and soundness, fair competition, and functional regulation of all financial service providers -- whether they are banks, investment banks, insurance companies, finance companies or even telecommunications or computer companies.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.44444
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.44444
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.89794
VADER
0.914
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
24.6
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
40
Sprache Difficult Word Count
38
Al D'Amato
Mr. President, we must live up to the challenge. In recent years, Congress has responded quickly and effectively to correct deficiencies or excesses in the financial system. In the face of problems created by stock market breaks, depleted deposit insurance funds, or credit crunches, we have addressed serious financial crises. In the process, Congress has prudently learned that statutory provisions adopted in the 1930's can aggravate and actually create problems for depository institution and other financial providers in the 1980's and 1990's -- for example, interest rate controls, restrictions on interstate banking, portfolio concentrations, and statutory impediments to diversification. Congress has eliminated or modified many of these provisions of law in the past decade for banks and thrifts. The homogenization of financial service and globalization of markets has also necessitated the close coordination by discrete regulators, nationally and internationally, through informal mechanisms, such as the Treasury Department's Working Group and the so-called Basle Committee. In recent years, in FIRREA and FIDICA, Congress has also employed market-oriented substitutes for direct government regulation, such as industry developed codes of conduct, capital strength, internal controls, management information systems and management experience.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.02165
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.2
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.2
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.3939
VADER
0.772
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
16.3
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
93
Sprache Difficult Word Count
88
Al D'Amato
Mr. President, Congress must modernize the restrictions on affiliations found in the Glass-Steagall and Bank Holding Company Acts. I introduce this bill today, and make these extensive remarks, to underscore the critical national importance of modernizing our financial system. Last year, Congress was finally able to eliminate barriers to interstate banking, to facilitate the securitization of small business loans, and to prune outdated and burdensome regulatory requirements. Those bills were the result of a successful collaboration among the administration, Federal and State regulators, and providers and consumers of financial services. I seek to sustain this process and pass comprehensive financial services reform during this Congress.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.33647
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.65393
VADER
0.527
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
22.1
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
46
Sprache Difficult Word Count
50
Al D'Amato
Mr. President, history demonstrates that financial services reform that is not comprehensive will not be enacted. I have previously opposed piecemeal reform because such reform is not pro-competitive, is inconsistent with the objective of "competitive equality" articulated by Congress in 1987 and the Treasury's 1991 study, and will not advance the long- term interests of the banking industry or the United States.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.8473
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.07692
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.07692
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.1431
VADER
0.638
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
29.7
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
26
Sprache Difficult Word Count
28
Al D'Amato
Mr. President, the DIAA will make the financial system as a whole safer and more stable. Rather than debate the important but narrow issue of the future of the banking franchise and the role of banks in the economy and attempt to gerrymander markets through piecemeal legislation to protect any single component, Congress must enact comprehensive legislation. Only comprehensive legislation will produce beneficial changes for all financial intermediaries by:
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.75
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.75
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.60944
VADER
0.936
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
28.7
Gunning-Fog Score
15
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.3
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
28
Sprache Difficult Word Count
28
Al D'Amato
Permitting financial intermedi- aries -- commercial banks, investment banks, thrifts, et cetera -- to attract capital by eliminating existing restrictions on ownership by and affiliations among depository and nondepository firms; Facilitating diversification and assuring fair competition by creating a new category of financial service holding companies authorized to engage in any financial activity through separately regulated subsidiaries; Insulating insured subsidiaries from the more risky business activities of other affiliates as well as the parent holding company; Enhancing substantially the quality and effectiveness of regulation through functional regulation; Improving coordination and supervision of the overall financial system by permitting more effective analysis and monitoring of aggregate stability and vulnerability to severe disruptions and breakdown; and Removing unnecessary barriers to competition between providers of financial service in the United States in order to maintain the preeminence of the U.S. capital markets and U.S. financial intermediaries and to respond to growing competition from foreign companies.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.23077
Slightly Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.23077
Slightly Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.43532
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.41463
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.41463
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.85866
VADER
0.93
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
0
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
9.6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
78
Sprache Difficult Word Count
70
Al D'Amato
Mr. President, this legislation, as introduced, is not intended to force major changes in the insurance industry. Nevertheless, it will affect issues important to the insurance agents, insurance companies, and financial institutions engaged in insurance activities. The exact impact of the legislation on the relationship between banking and insurance will continue to be examined -- especially the issues raised by traditional State regulation of the business of insurance.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.22378
VADER
0.542
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
18.1
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.6
Sprache Readability Score
4.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
33
Sprache Difficult Word Count
27
Al D'Amato
Immediately following the bill's introduction, the Banking Committee will begin to examine issues relating to bank involvement in insurance activities. In the end, I expect the bill to balance appropriately fair competition, functional regulation and respect for the traditional leadership of the States in insurance regulation. As the committee proceeds to hearings and further consideration of the bill, I intend to make changes and adjustments in order to ensure fairness, safety and soundness, consumer protection, and effective and efficient regulation, particularly as it relates to insurance and other financial products.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.75
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.75
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.75786
VADER
0.94
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
5.3
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
38
Sprache Difficult Word Count
41
Al D'Amato
Mr. President, I introduce the Depository Institution Affiliation Act as a prelude to a vigorous debate about the future of our financial system. I strongly believe that this Congress can achieve the passage of a comprehensive financial services reform bill. By working together, the Congress and the administration can overcome the complaints of vested interests and reform our antiquated financial services laws. We should not miss this opportunity for constructive bipartisanship.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.2
Leans Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.2
Leans Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.33647
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.16667
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.16667
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.31015
VADER
0.49
Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
26.8
Gunning-Fog Score
14.7
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
33
Sprache Difficult Word Count
32
Al D'Amato
Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that more detailed section-by- section summary of the bill and a copy of my letter to Secretary Rubin be reprinted in the Record.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0.226
Slightly Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
53.4
Gunning-Fog Score
10
Coleman-Liau Index
10.7
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
7.3
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.5
Sprache Readability Score
3.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
11
Sprache Difficult Word Count
13
Tom Daschle
Mr. President, today I am introducing legislation that will provide much needed medical care to veterans exposed to agent orange or ionizing radiation, as well as to veterans exposed to toxic substances or environmental hazards during the Persian Gulf war. I am joined in this effort by Senators Rockefeller, Akaka, Kerrey, Dorgan, and Campbell.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0
VADER
-0.052
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
27.2
Gunning-Fog Score
15.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
27
Sprache Difficult Word Count
26
Tom Daschle
Most Americans have heard about the mysterious illnesses afflicting thousands of gulf war veterans. Even though it has been almost 4 years since most of our troops returned home, we are still unable to pinpoint the cause or causes of these illnesses.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.58779
VADER
-0.883
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
62.6
Gunning-Fog Score
12.2
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.2
Sprache Readability Score
4.2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
11
Sprache Difficult Word Count
12
Tom Daschle
Are these illnesses service-connected? I believe so, though we will not be able to answer that question fully until further scientific research is done. Indeed, it is possible that scientists may never be able to discover the true cause(s) of these illnesses.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.6
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.6
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-1.09861
VADER
-0.557
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
63.1
Gunning-Fog Score
9.5
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
9.9
Automated Readability Index
8.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
2.9
Sprache Readability Score
3.3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
6
Sprache Difficult Word Count
10
Tom Daschle
Does that mean gulf war veterans should wait for medical care until we know for sure that their ailments are service-connected? Certainly not. These men and women put their lives on the line for this Nation, and they deserve quality care from the Department of Veterans Affairs.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.61904
VADER
0.735
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
7.6
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
69
Gunning-Fog Score
10.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
8.8
Dale-Chall Readability Score
3.8
Sprache Readability Score
3.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
9
Sprache Difficult Word Count
13
Tom Daschle
Likewise, we must not forget that other veterans continue to suffer from illnesses potentially caused by toxic exposures during their military service. Specifically, I am referring to veterans exposed to the defoliant agent orange during the Vietnam war and to veterans exposed to ionizing radiation either as a result of participation in the military's nuclear testing program or during the occupation of Hiroshima and Nagaski during World War II.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.19722
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.45455
Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.45455
Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.8873
VADER
-0.942
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
0
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
30
Sprache Difficult Word Count
28
Tom Daschle
Title 38 of the United States Code currently authorizes the Department of Veterans Affairs to provide hospital and nursing home care to veterans suffering from agent orange, radiation or gulf war exposures. For veterans of the gulf war, outpatient services are also available.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.63599
VADER
-0.71
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
27.6
Gunning-Fog Score
18.8
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.3
Sprache Readability Score
4.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
17
Sprache Difficult Word Count
20
Tom Daschle
However, this authority is scheduled to expire this year. Without prompt action by Congress, these veterans will become ineligible to receive care at VA facilities for all conditions potentially related to these exposures.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.94591
VADER
0.494
Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
28.6
Gunning-Fog Score
16.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.5
Sprache Readability Score
4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
14
Sprache Difficult Word Count
16
Tom Daschle
My bill will ensure that these veterans are eligible for VA medical care through December 31, 2003. Although some may argue for a shorter extension, I believe the period must be long enough to ensure that these veterans get the care they deserve.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.42857
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.42857
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.78846
VADER
0.848
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.6
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
57.1
Gunning-Fog Score
14.2
Coleman-Liau Index
10.8
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.8
Sprache Readability Score
4.3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
13
Sprache Difficult Word Count
13
Tom Daschle
Let me elaborate. In the 97th Congress, we granted VA the authority to provide care to veterans exposed to agent orange or ionizing radiation. Since that time, Congress has approved short extensions of this authority on four different occasions. For veterans, this has meant great uncertainty about whether they will receive much-needed health care. A longer extension will help alleviate this uncertainty.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.02165
VADER
0.939
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
39.6
Gunning-Fog Score
14.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.8
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.9
Sprache Readability Score
4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
25
Sprache Difficult Word Count
22
Tom Daschle
Moreover, scientists cannot provide us with quick answers as to why gulf war veterans are sick. And in the meantime, these men and women will continue to suffer. They need to know that a grateful nation will help them through this difficult time.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0
VADER
-0.718
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
6.7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
72.3
Gunning-Fog Score
8.5
Coleman-Liau Index
11.4
SMOG Index
9.9
Automated Readability Index
7.5
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4
Sprache Readability Score
3.3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
9
Sprache Difficult Word Count
11
Tom Daschle
I should stress that this authority to provide care only applies to medical conditions that are related or may be related to agent orange, ionizing radiation, or gulf war exposures. It does not extend to conditions for which VA doctors have affirmatively identified other causes.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.42857
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.42857
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.78846
VADER
-0.573
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
29.8
Gunning-Fog Score
18.8
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.4
Sprache Readability Score
4.8
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
18
Sprache Difficult Word Count
17
Tom Daschle
My bill does go one step further than a simple extension of current law. It also ensures that veterans exposed to agent orange and ionizing radiation are eligible for the same range of medical services currently available to gulf war veterans. Specifically, the bill authorizes the VA to provide outpatient care for these veterans -- care that could very well save money in the long run by avoiding the need for more costly inpatient care.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.125
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.125
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.23639
VADER
0.816
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
36.6
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.1
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
23
Sprache Difficult Word Count
27
Tom Daschle
Veterans who are ill because of toxic exposures during military service are as deserving of VA medical care as their comrades injured by bullets or landmines. I hope that my colleagues will join me in preserving their access to such care.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.2
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.2
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.36772
VADER
0.718
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
51.9
Gunning-Fog Score
14.1
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.3
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6
Sprache Readability Score
4.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
13
Sprache Difficult Word Count
17
Tom Daschle
Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the text of the bill be printed in the Record.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0.226
Slightly Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
4.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
78.8
Gunning-Fog Score
5.8
Coleman-Liau Index
8.8
SMOG Index
7.3
Automated Readability Index
2.5
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6
Sprache Readability Score
2.3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
6
Sprache Difficult Word Count
8
Pete Domenici
Mr. President, on behalf of Senator Bingaman and myself, I am offering legislation that will compensate a very special group of Americans: a group of patriots who heard the call to arms in 1941, answered that call, and entered into a good faith effort with our Government. Unfortunately, it was a good faith effort that turned sour. This bill, the White Sands Fair Compensation Act of 1995, is offered in an effort to right some wrong that began over 50 years ago.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.27273
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.27273
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.51083
VADER
0.88
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
63.3
Gunning-Fog Score
10.6
Coleman-Liau Index
10.1
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.9
Sprache Readability Score
4.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
20
Sprache Difficult Word Count
22
Pete Domenici
On September 1, 1939, a chain of events began to unfold that would affect Americans from coast to coast. I Americans made concessions to support the war effort and they willingly made extreme sacrifices -- sacrifices of time, loved ones, and -- for some -- their homes and their way of life.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0.402
Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
55.9
Gunning-Fog Score
13.1
Coleman-Liau Index
11
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.4
Sprache Readability Score
4.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
13
Sprache Difficult Word Count
15
Pete Domenici
In 1942, President Roosevelt signed an executive order that would temporarily withdraw all public lands and acquire all surrounding private lands in an area of New Mexico that had great potential as a testing area for the army. The land was abundant, sparsely populated, and in the middle of nowhere. For the sake of national security and for the benefit of the Nation, ranchers and miners in this area entered into a temporary agreement to leave their homes and their livelihood. The White Sands Missile Range [WSMR] had gained its first foothold in the State of New Mexico. The ranchers and miners had taken their first step out of their former lives.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.22378
VADER
0.942
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
53.2
Gunning-Fog Score
13.2
Coleman-Liau Index
11.9
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.1
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
35
Sprache Difficult Word Count
38
Pete Domenici
At the end of World War II, the Government determined the Nation's security was still at risk and the use of the WSMR area was necessary. Nevertheless, the army relented to allow WSMR ranchers to return to their homes on a shared use basis. Until 1950, the ranchers and the military attempted to work together in sharing the WSMR area. Sharing simply did not work. In 1952, the Government began to formally withdraw all the public lands with the understanding that at some time in the future the lands were to revert back to the Department of the Interior for public use. During this time, the WSMR ranchers were still allowed the use of their private lands, but they could no longer use the surrounding Federal lands that had been integral components of their land holdings. For many, this was the difference between raising cattle and sheep as pets or as food. Furthermore, the military maintained evacuation contracts with the ranchers, directing the ranchers to vacate their private lands during weapons testing.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.55556
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.55556
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.17007
VADER
-0.511
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
54.7
Gunning-Fog Score
13
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
51
Sprache Difficult Word Count
46
Pete Domenici
All these factors added up to financial disaster for the ranchers who, in 1942, believed they were contributing to the war effort. WSMR ranchers couldn't ranch, nor could they sell their land. The WSMR ranches had changed in 10 years from thriving companies producing food and fiber, to crippled businesses waiting to be unloaded on the first prospective buyer.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0
VADER
-0.84
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
63.6
Gunning-Fog Score
13.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.5
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.3
Sprache Readability Score
4.8
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
20
Sprache Difficult Word Count
21
Pete Domenici
That prospective buyer came 20 years later. The Government offered to buy the lands from the WSMR ranchers. Those ranchers who agreed received a devalued price for their homes; those who disagreed had their lands condemned and received the same low price.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.2
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.2
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.33647
VADER
-0.637
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
6.2
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
75.8
Gunning-Fog Score
8.5
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
9.9
Automated Readability Index
8.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.6
Sprache Readability Score
3.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
13
Sprache Difficult Word Count
13
Pete Domenici
Mr. President, I would like to put this issue into some historical context. The Congress during the years of Jefferson and Hamilton, was embroiled in a debate surrounding the country's Federal lands and a troublesome national debt. The debt prompted leaders to consider clearing the Nation's debt through the sale of its Federal lands to bring in much needed revenue as well as to encourage the expansion of the western territories. After much deliberation and many successive Congresses, several measures were signed into law that would entice Americans to move west and homestead the land.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.4
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.4
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.76214
VADER
-0.202
Slightly Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
46.8
Gunning-Fog Score
13.1
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
35
Sprache Difficult Word Count
37
Pete Domenici
Between 1895 and 1920, many of the ranchers began to settle in what would become WSMR. Each rancher paid the Government for the land. These lands had water, grass, and good soil. The Federal Government retained the title to those lands they could not sell. Holding that land, however, did not generate revenue. Therefore, the Government believed it important to enter into a new agreement with the ranchers. This new agreement encouraged the settlers to invest money, time, and effort into the less fertile Federal lands in exchange for increasing the settler holdings. Another good faith agreement was entered into between the ranchers and the Government.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.70805
VADER
0.967
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
59.3
Gunning-Fog Score
10.2
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
8.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.7
Sprache Readability Score
4.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
27
Sprache Difficult Word Count
26
Pete Domenici
Through the years this agreement resulted into a valuable arrangement for both the ranchers and the Government. The ranchers use the expanded holdings as collateral, and the Internal Revenue Service taxes these holdings as net worth. The WSMR ranchers' land, both privately and publicly held, had value. The ranchers had invested substantially in both.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.42857
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.42857
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.78846
VADER
0.751
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
47.4
Gunning-Fog Score
12.8
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.2
Sprache Readability Score
4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
19
Sprache Difficult Word Count
21
Pete Domenici
Senator Bingaman and I are introducing a bill today which will compensate these individuals for their investments. The Whites Sands Fair Compensation Act of 1995 establishes a Commission in the Department of Defense to provide compensation to the individuals who lost their ranches or mining claims to the Government. This Commission will evaluate the history surrounding this issue, evaluate claims submitted by owners who relinquished their property, and will terminate its work after completing action on all claims filed under this act. I ask that a copy of my bill be included in the Record at the conclusion of my remarks.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.75
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.75
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.73333
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.73333
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.6864
VADER
0.128
Leans Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
32.9
Gunning-Fog Score
17.2
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.3
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
32
Sprache Difficult Word Count
33
Pete Domenici
In closing, Mr. President, I would like to urge this Congress to work quickly on this measure. Many WSMR ranchers and miners have died, and many more are elderly. My colleagues in the House of Representatives, Congressman Joe Skeen, Congressman Steve Schiff, and Congressman Bill Richardson will introduce a companion measure. It is my hope that this Congress will acknowledge what this special group of Americans contributed to winning a war fought so very long ago.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.4
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.4
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.76214
VADER
-0.25
Slightly Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
57.8
Gunning-Fog Score
9.2
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.8
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.2
Sprache Readability Score
4.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
26
Sprache Difficult Word Count
29
Bob Dole
Mr. President, I rise to introduce legislation that begins the process of getting the regulatory state under control. This legislation represents a comprehensive effort to inject common sense into a Federal regulatory process that is often too costly, too arcane, and too inflexible.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.2
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.2
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.33647
VADER
0.153
Leans Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
27
Gunning-Fog Score
13.2
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.5
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.7
Sprache Readability Score
4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
19
Sprache Difficult Word Count
20
Bob Dole
Last November, the American people sent us a message: Rein in big Government. Stop wasting taxpayers' moneys. Stop passing the buck to State and local governments. Stop micromanaging our lives through burdensome and costly regulations.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.56495
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-1.94591
VADER
-0.889
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
48.1
Gunning-Fog Score
9.2
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
9.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.3
Sprache Readability Score
3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
13
Sprache Difficult Word Count
16
Bob Dole
We are responding to that message. Our agenda reduces Government -- in size and scope -- and increases individual freedom. Our agenda will restore the true balance between Government and individual reflected in the 10th amendment, which leaves all powers not given to the Federal Government to the States or to the people.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.19722
VADER
0.848
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.6
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
41.9
Gunning-Fog Score
13.9
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.2
Sprache Readability Score
4.3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
14
Sprache Difficult Word Count
19
Bob Dole
Our agenda is a package of reforms -- and make no mistake about it, we need them all. The first set of reforms focus on making Congress accountable and responsible -- cutting spending; stopping unfunded mandates; balancing the budget; and a line-item veto. But, as important, we need to make the agencies that have come to regulate almost every aspect of our lives just as accountable and responsible -- we need regulatory reform.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.3979
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.2
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.2
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.37949
VADER
-0.077
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
41
Gunning-Fog Score
16.2
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
21
Sprache Difficult Word Count
23
Bob Dole
Mr. President, the true scope of regulations in America is staggering: OMB estimates that the private sector spends more than 6.6 billion hours in 1 year complying with regulations; and the costs of regulation on our economy are conservatively estimated at $500 billion.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0
VADER
0.422
Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
39.4
Gunning-Fog Score
17.9
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.7
Sprache Readability Score
4.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
18
Sprache Difficult Word Count
16
Bob Dole
And it is not merely a matter of too many regulations or whether they make sense. They are often inflexible and unfair. It is very difficult for one person or one business to take on the Government -- even if they are right. Sometimes they must, just to survive, and the costs of enforcement are often a dead weight loss to society in terms of lost productivity and innovation.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0
VADER
-0.904
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
60.2
Gunning-Fog Score
11.5
Coleman-Liau Index
10.3
SMOG Index
11.8
Automated Readability Index
7.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
3.9
Sprache Readability Score
4.3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
13
Sprache Difficult Word Count
19
Bob Dole
I know of one small business in Paola, KS, that spent 5 years in a lawsuit with OSHA and finally settled for $6,000. This company typically spends between $7,500 and $10,000 annually for legal and management costs just dealing with OSHA. The regulatory state is out of control.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
-0.103
Leans Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
7.2
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
73.5
Gunning-Fog Score
11.5
Coleman-Liau Index
7.9
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.2
Sprache Readability Score
4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
14
Sprache Difficult Word Count
16
Bob Dole
Mr. President, this legislation will accomplish six major objectives:
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.60944
VADER
0.422
Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
33.1
Gunning-Fog Score
15.1
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
10.3
Automated Readability Index
11.2
Dale-Chall Readability Score
9
Sprache Readability Score
1.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
5
Sprache Difficult Word Count
6
Bob Dole
First, responsibility. Major regulations -- those with $50 million impact on the economy -- will go through an analysis that ensures that the benefits outweigh the costs; Second, sound science. Risk assessments will be based on realistic data decisionmaking process; Third, accountability. We will put a stop to the practice of expanding Federal power and jurisdiction beyond what a statute provides. We will insist that the public be informed of the true costs and benefits of regulation, and that those affected by regulations be able to enforce these requirements in a court of law; Fourth, congressional oversight. We ensure Congress' overall responsibility by providing for a 45-day period in which Congress may review major regulations before they take effect; Fifth, remedying past mistakes. There are undoubtedly many regulations that impose costs that wildly exceed the benefits. We allow for review of existing regulations in order to weed out past mistakes; and Sixth, small business relief. The costs of regulations often fall disproportionately on those least able to cope -- small businesses. We reform the Regulatory Flexibility Act that is already law, by allowing small businesses the ability to enforce its provisions in court.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.11111
Leans Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.11111
Leans Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.20067
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.38889
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.38889
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.79633
VADER
0.869
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
34.6
Gunning-Fog Score
15.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
63
Sprache Difficult Word Count
65
Bob Dole
Mr. President, there are a lot of good ideas out there about regulatory reform. We want to hear them. But we will insist that fundamental reform be enacted this year. The American people deserve nothing less.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.60944
VADER
0.494
Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
5.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
65.6
Gunning-Fog Score
6.2
Coleman-Liau Index
11.5
SMOG Index
8.4
Automated Readability Index
4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.7
Sprache Readability Score
2.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
10
Sprache Difficult Word Count
10
Bob Dole
I ask unanimous consent that the legislation I introduce today be printed in the Record.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0.226
Slightly Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
39.3
Gunning-Fog Score
14
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6
Sprache Readability Score
3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
5
Sprache Difficult Word Count
6
Pete Domenici
Mr. President, today I am pleased to be joined by the vice chairman of the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs, Senator Daniel K. Inouye, in introducing a bill to create the Office of Women and Families in the Bureau of Indian Affairs [BIA], U.S. Department of Interior. I am grateful for Senator Inouye's support of this legislation. We hope to improve Federal Government attention and services for Indian women and their families, with a special emphasis on the economic well-being of Indian women and families including employment and business opportunities. This new office will be responsible for addressing the special needs of Indian women and families within the cultural context of each tribe or village. Existing and new Federal policies for the benefit of Indian people will be better focused on and agency programs.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
2.3979
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.73333
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.73333
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.6864
VADER
0.985
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
40
Gunning-Fog Score
12.2
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.5
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
50
Sprache Difficult Word Count
48
Pete Domenici
I am also pleased to report that this legislation has now been endorsed by the Eight Northern Indian Pueblos of New Mexico and the Judiciary Committee of the Navajo Nation Council.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.60944
VADER
0.599
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
30.7
Gunning-Fog Score
13.7
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.1
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
11
Sprache Difficult Word Count
13
Pete Domenici
The Office of Women and Families in the BIA will be responsible for integrating the needed policy and program changes in the BIA programs and coordinating with other Federal agencies and tribal governments to improve the living conditions of Indian women and their families.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0.637
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
4.5
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
14
Sprache Difficult Word Count
16
Pete Domenici
Mr. President, the Federal Government spends over hundreds of millions of dollars per year for Indian programs in several key departments including Interior, Health and Human Services, Labor, Education, Housing and Urban Development, Transportation, Commerce, and other agencies like the Small Business Administration.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0.361
Somewhat Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
9.9
Gunning-Fog Score
13.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.4
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
20
Sprache Difficult Word Count
24
Pete Domenici
While the BIA is the theoretical center of our country's efforts to improve the daily lives of 2,000,000 American Indians -- about half of whom reside on federally recognized Indian reservations, many other Federal departments or agencies have some involvement with Indians. There is, however, very little coordination among these Federal agencies who serve the same target population.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.2
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.2
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.33647
VADER
0.44
Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
17.7
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.1
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
21
Sprache Difficult Word Count
24
Pete Domenici
While this bill will establish the new office in the BIA, its thrust will include all major programs affecting Indian women and families. Before I explain more about these programs, I would like to focus on the need to pay special attention to Indian women and families.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.66667
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.66667
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.29928
VADER
0.586
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
49.8
Gunning-Fog Score
13.7
Coleman-Liau Index
11.8
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.9
Sprache Readability Score
4.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
11
Sprache Difficult Word Count
11
Pete Domenici
In brief, Indians are the poorest of the poor. Elsie Zion of the Women Studies Program at the University of New Mexico describes it this way: "Indian women are the poorest of the poorest group. While American women come up against a `glass ceiling,' Indian women have problems getting off the floor." In this case, she means that too many Indian women have a "hard time getting jobs outside the fields of cleaning, cooking, or clerking." Regarding Indian family members, some of the highest youth suicide rates in America occur on Indian reservations. I know this is true for the Jicarilla Apache Tribe and the Navajo Nation. Many Pueblo Indians also have disproportionately high suicide rates. Substance abuse is a severe problem among young Indians.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.38462
Somewhat Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.38462
Somewhat Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.74721
VADER
-0.988
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.2
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
49.8
Gunning-Fog Score
7.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
40
Sprache Difficult Word Count
36
Pete Domenici
By examining program and policy failures, it is our hope that new methods can be tried to inspire, educate, and employ more young Indian people. We want to keep them away from the dangers of drugs, alcohol, and other self-destructive behaviors. An Office of Women and Families can certainly go far in helping to idenify weaknesses in the fabric of Federal programs intended to improve the quality of life on Indian reservations.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.58779
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0
VADER
0.691
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
39.6
Gunning-Fog Score
15.8
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
22
Sprache Difficult Word Count
28
Pete Domenici
The Office of Women and Families is not simply another BIA program. It is built in, permanent policy mechanism to shape programs and enhance the potential for direct benefits to Indian women and families within existing and new programs of the BIA and the Federal Government as a whole.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.60944
VADER
0.382
Somewhat Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
33.5
Gunning-Fog Score
16.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.4
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
16
Sprache Difficult Word Count
17
Pete Domenici
This new policy program should focus on Federal Government policies relating to such concerns as job opportunities for Indian women and Indian youth suicide. The Office could also focus on such related employment issues as trade between Indian reservations and Japan or Europe. The idea is to identify those problem areas that require new policy attention, better programmatic effort, or enhanced coordination with other Federal programs like the Minority Business Development Administration of the Department of Commerce and small business development programs of the Small Business Administration.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.2
Leans Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.2
Leans Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.33647
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.95551
VADER
-0.052
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
7.2
Gunning-Fog Score
18
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
9.1
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
42
Sprache Difficult Word Count
32
Pete Domenici
We are also very concerned that basic BIA programs be better targeted to reach Indian women. Indian women-owned businesses, for example, can be encouraged more often through start-up grants and guaranteed loans. BIA social service, drug and alcohol abuse prevention, and child protection programs can be enhanced and improved.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.25131
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.4
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.4
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.76214
VADER
0.649
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.2
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
45.3
Gunning-Fog Score
13.9
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.7
Sprache Readability Score
4.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
22
Sprache Difficult Word Count
22
Pete Domenici
Yet, there remains the fact that we have a difficult time identifying many of the indicators of social well-being for Indian women precisely because the contributions of Indian women remain undervalued and overlooked in the policies and programs of the Bureau of Indian Affairs and other Federal agencies with programs designed to help all Indian people.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.58779
VADER
0.026
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
0
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.4
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
20
Sprache Difficult Word Count
18
Pete Domenici
As the National Advisory Council on Women's Educational Program once observed:
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
18.8
Gunning-Fog Score
4.4
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
10
Sprache Readability Score
2.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
7
Sprache Difficult Word Count
7
Pete Domenici
Elsie Zion of the Women Studies Program at the University of New Mexico, who I quoted above, has searched for statistics to back her observations. Indians, she concludes, "fall at the very bottom of indicators of status and well-being." Elsie is skeptical that the "Great White Father" -- in the form of the BIA -- will actually help Indian women. That is one reason this office is designed to reach out into the reservations themselves to encourage female participation in the forming and implementation of BIA policy and programs.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.95551
VADER
0.836
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
38.4
Gunning-Fog Score
13.8
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.3
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
29
Sprache Difficult Word Count
30
Pete Domenici
Wherever key Federal policies exist that directly impact on the social conditions of Indian women, the BIA Office of Women and Families can have a policy impact, and hence a direct impact on the lives of Indian women and families who could be or should be participating.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0
VADER
0
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
11.5
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
11.9
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
16
Sprache Difficult Word Count
15
Pete Domenici
The Director and the Policy Task Force of the proposed Office of Women and Families could help refine the reporting systems to assure solid measurement of progress made to minimize abuse or violence to Indian children and youth. If the proposed system is found to be adequate, the results will certainly help in the annual reports to the Congress on the well-being of Indian families as measured by the increased safety factors required by these acts.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.99853
VADER
0.844
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
27.1
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.4
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
27
Sprache Difficult Word Count
30
Pete Domenici
Other problems of young Indians can also be identified and reported. Substance abuse, alcoholism, school drop-out rates or teenage pregnancy are examples of additional indicators to be monitored by the new Office of Women and Families. Summer youth employment and vocational education potential are examples of other Department of Labor and BIA programs available to young Indians to enhance their potential and minimize problems like substance abuse and school drop-outs.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.71429
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.71429
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.46634
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.09091
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.09091
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.16705
VADER
-0.906
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
21.5
Gunning-Fog Score
18.5
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
31
Sprache Difficult Word Count
26
Pete Domenici
Mr. President, the Federal Government has wide-ranging policies and programs intended to improve the living conditions on some 250 Indian reservations and about 300 Native Alaskan villages. These programs include education, health care, business development, housing, job training, tribal government, transportation, law enforcement, and social services. Several Federal departments and agencies are primarily involved in the delivery of services to Native Americans -- Interior, Health and Human Services, Housing and Urban Development, Labor, and Education.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.28571
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.28571
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.54654
VADER
0.727
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
10.7
Gunning-Fog Score
16.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
38
Sprache Difficult Word Count
38
Pete Domenici
The two major providers of services to Native Americans are the Indian Health Service of the Public Health Service in the Department of Health and Human Services [HHS] and the Bureau of Indian Affairs [BIA] in the Department of Interior. The IHS had a budget of $2.0 billion in fiscal year 1993; the BIA's budget was $1.5 billion for the same fiscal year.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.11111
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.11111
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.20067
VADER
0
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
44.1
Gunning-Fog Score
14.8
Coleman-Liau Index
10
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.4
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
19
Sprache Difficult Word Count
18
Pete Domenici
Public housing for Indians in the HUD budget was about $257 million in fiscal year 1993; Labor committed $84.6 million for job training and summer jobs; HUD's Community Development Program for Indians totalled $65.4 million; and construction of Indian reservation roads was about $190 million.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.19722
VADER
0.273
Slightly Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
14.5
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
17
Sprache Difficult Word Count
17
Pete Domenici
Clearly, there are many Federal Government programs that have direct impact on the daily lives of about 1.959 million Indian people in America -- up from 1.42 million in 1980. About half of them live on Indian reservations.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0
VADER
0.402
Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
48.6
Gunning-Fog Score
10.6
Coleman-Liau Index
10.9
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.2
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.3
Sprache Readability Score
3.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
8
Sprache Difficult Word Count
12
Pete Domenici
There is also no doubt that Indians lag seriously behind other ethnic groups in several key areas. Overall, they have lower household incomes, higher unemployment and less schooling than the rest of the United States.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.19722
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.33647
VADER
-0.844
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
44
Gunning-Fog Score
12.7
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.7
Sprache Readability Score
4.1
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
13
Sprache Difficult Word Count
16
Pete Domenici
Indian birth rates -- 28.8 per 1,000 population -- are almost twice that of the country as a whole -- 15.9 per 1,000. Prenatal care accompanying live births are lower than the United States as a whole -- 56.5 percent to 74.2 percent. More Indians die from accidents, alcoholism, diabetes, homicide, and tuberculosis than others in the country as a whole.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.2
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.2
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.33647
VADER
-0.398
Somewhat Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
63.6
Gunning-Fog Score
13.3
Coleman-Liau Index
9.4
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
8.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5
Sprache Readability Score
4.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
15
Sprache Difficult Word Count
17
Pete Domenici
Fortunately, the Congress passed and the President signed a bill, the Indian Health Care Improvements Act of 1992, to improve the health programs and policies of the Indian Health Service [IHS], Public Health Service, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. This act includes my amendment establishing an Office of Indian Women's Health in the IHS.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.57143
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.57143
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.18958
VADER
0.813
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
59.7
Gunning-Fog Score
8.5
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.8
Sprache Readability Score
4.2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
18
Sprache Difficult Word Count
22
Pete Domenici
This new IHS office will certainly enhance and focus the good efforts of the IHS to identify and collect data about the health status of American Indian Women. While there is clearly room for improvement, the IHS is at least aware of the gaps in health care between Indian women and American women as a whole.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.56495
VADER
0.922
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
47
Gunning-Fog Score
13.3
Coleman-Liau Index
10.6
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
18
Sprache Difficult Word Count
17
Pete Domenici
Obviously, Mr. President, the policies and programs of the U.S. Government have a greater impact on American Indians than most people realize. Hundreds of treaties and a large body of law define our special government-to-government relationship with Indian tribes. Their special trust status with our Government also plays a critical role in defining the responsibility of the U.S. Government to American Indians and Alaska Natives.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0.872
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
42.4
Gunning-Fog Score
9.2
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
11.8
Automated Readability Index
7.2
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.4
Sprache Readability Score
3.8
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
26
Sprache Difficult Word Count
25
Pete Domenici
Unfortunately employment statistics are hard to get for Indians, and the figures vary greatly. The BIA has often affirmed unemployment rates of 30 percent to 60 percent on many reservations. New Mexico Pueblos often have unemployment rates in the 40 percent to 50 percent range. This data is not readily available by sex. As a key indicator of general well-being, I hope the Office of Women and Families will be able to influence the collection of data regarding employment and unemployment among Indian women and teenagers.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.09091
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.09091
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.16705
VADER
-0.823
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
41.4
Gunning-Fog Score
13.9
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.2
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
31
Sprache Difficult Word Count
28
Pete Domenici
From the 1990 Census we have some encouraging data about Indian-owned businesses in New Mexico. The latest information from the 1990 Census reflects 1987 data. These data show that almost 800 Indian men and almost 500 Indian women own their own businesses. I would like to see this new office encourage more direct assistance to Indian women who are eligible for many BIA and Small Business Administration programs.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.66667
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.66667
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.29928
VADER
0.848
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
50.8
Gunning-Fog Score
11
Coleman-Liau Index
11.9
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.9
Sprache Readability Score
4.3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
22
Sprache Difficult Word Count
19
Pete Domenici
No one has yet called our national Indian policies a success. It is time to expand our efforts to reach out, in culturally appropriate ways, to solicit their thoughts about improving Federal programs so that a real difference is made in daily reservation life.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.66667
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.66667
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.29928
VADER
0.772
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
42.2
Gunning-Fog Score
16.1
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.1
Sprache Readability Score
4.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
14
Sprache Difficult Word Count
17
Pete Domenici
In similar ways, young Indians can be included in designing and improving current programs to increase their effectiveness. The American Indian family is a vital structure to strengthen and preserve and we seek to enhance our national policies for their well-being.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
2.19722
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.94591
VADER
0.823
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
34.4
Gunning-Fog Score
16
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.8
Sprache Readability Score
4.8
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
18
Sprache Difficult Word Count
19
Pete Domenici
Initially, a temporary policy task force would be established to develop a policy paper to articulate a clear set of goals, objectives, management strategies, and monitoring systems for the improvement of key quality of life indicators for Indian women and families like the ones I have mentioned. There are, of course, many other areas of concern to be identified by the new Office and its related policy task force.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.45455
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.45455
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.8873
VADER
0.796
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
21
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
24
Sprache Difficult Word Count
27
Pete Domenici
Once articulated, these indicators could tell us about the degree to which Indian women and their families are participating in economic development and benefiting from new job opportunities on Indian reservations. Policy-makers and program managers would have better data on educational achievement and needs of Indian children and youth. Health statistics -- from the Office of Women's Health at the Indian Health Service -- could, for example, tell us how serious alcoholism is among Indian women and what program improvements are needed to enhance treatment.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.71429
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.71429
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.46634
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.64706
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.64706
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.42139
VADER
0.758
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
15.3
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
33
Sprache Difficult Word Count
30
Pete Domenici
A Director of the Office of Women and Families would be responsible for integrating the needed changes in the BIA programs and coordinating with other Federal agencies to meet the policy goals and objectives established by the policy task force.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.95551
VADER
0.318
Somewhat Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
11.8
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
14
Sprache Difficult Word Count
16
Pete Domenici
This new office and its related policy mechanisms will have the flexibility to look into such areas as education, health, employment, economic development, housing, social, and other services of the BIA and other relevant Federal programs serving Indian women and families. By focusing on Indian women and families, the work of the BIA and other relevant Federal programs will be enhanced by their participation in the design and improvement of ongoing programs for Indian beneficiaries.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.63636
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.63636
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.335
VADER
0.802
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
1.8
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.4
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
31
Sprache Difficult Word Count
27
Pete Domenici
As we prepare to strengthen our democracy and our economy for the 21st century, we must not overlook any potential for a greater America. There is a growing awareness of the need to pay close attention to the inter-relationships between our national strength and the well-being of all women. Key factors are health, education, employment, housing, child care, business potential, and culture.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.8473
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.55556
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.55556
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0.889
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
42.4
Gunning-Fog Score
16
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
22
Sprache Difficult Word Count
23
Pete Domenici
There is no doubt that Indian women have long been essential to the well-being of Indian people and their families. As we strive to attain new levels of education, health, business involvement, employment, and housing quality for American Indians, we clearly need the ongoing participation and direct involvement of Indian women.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.11111
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.11111
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.20067
VADER
-0.25
Slightly Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
29.1
Gunning-Fog Score
16.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.1
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
19
Sprache Difficult Word Count
19
Pete Domenici
I believe the strong family ties and responsibilities of Indian women can be enhanced by more attention to specific policies and programs now designed generally for American Indians without any special regard for the differing I ask unanimous consent that the Office of Indian Women and Families Act of 1995, be printed in the Record.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.71429
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.71429
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.46634
VADER
0.572
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
0
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
18
Sprache Difficult Word Count
17
Olympia J. Snowe
Mr. President, today I am reintroducing legislation I originally drafted and introduced in the last Congress as a Member of the other body. This legislation would deny U.S. visas to known members of terrorist organizations.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.60944
VADER
-0.796
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.2
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
42.1
Gunning-Fog Score
10.7
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
10
Automated Readability Index
6.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.1
Sprache Readability Score
2.8
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
13
Sprache Difficult Word Count
15
Olympia J. Snowe
Under current law, a visa can be denied to a known member of a terrorist organization only if the United States has compelling evidence that the individual was personally involved in a past terrorist act or if it is known that the person is coming to the United States to conduct such an act. Current law requires extraordinary steps to override the presumption that mere membership in a terrorist group is not grounds for denying a visa. high-level determination is required by the Secretary of State that permitting entry of the individual will be damaging to American foreign policy interests. My legislation will reverse that presumption. Under this bill, a known member of a group that conducts acts of terrorism will be excluded from the United States unless the Secretary of State determines on an individual basis that granting the visa would advance U.S. foreign policy interests.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.17647
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.17647
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.33647
VADER
-0.912
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
37.6
Gunning-Fog Score
15.5
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
53
Sprache Difficult Word Count
45
Olympia J. Snowe
I discovered this dangerous loophole in our immigration laws last Congress during my investigation of the State Department failures that allowed the radical Egyptian cleric, Sheikh Omar Abdel Rahman, to travel to and reside in the United States since 1990. Sheikh Rahman is the spiritual leader of Egypt's terrorist organization, the Islamic Group. His followers have been convicted for the 1993 bombing of the World Trade Center in New York, and the Sheikh himself is now on trial for his alleged role in planning and approving a second wave of terrorist acts in the New York City area.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.3979
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.09091
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.09091
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.16705
VADER
-0.891
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
37.3
Gunning-Fog Score
18.4
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
39
Sprache Difficult Word Count
39
Olympia J. Snowe
Last year, I also found out through the investigation of the senior Senator from Colorado [Mr. Brown] that the State Department has in the past used this legal loophole to grant a visa to Tunisia's Sheikh Rashid el-Ghanoushi, the convicted leader of the Islamic fundamentalist terrorist organization Ennadha. At this very moment, the State Department is still considering a visa request by Sheikh Ghanoushi. A letter I received from the State Department on this matter confirmed that they interpret current law to require them to issue a visa to Ghanoushi -- an acknowledged member of a terrorist organization -- unless they can prove that he personally was involved in a terrorist act. Apparently his conviction in Tunisia for his part in an assassination plot against Tunisia's pro-Western President Ben Ali is not enough. Nor is the fact that he fled his country after his underground Islamic fundamentalist terrorist group launched violent attacks against the Government. Nor, apparently, do his virulently anti-Western and anti- Israeli statements have any relevance to the visa decisions, as far as the State Department is concerned.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.3979
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.27444
VADER
-0.985
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
27.2
Gunning-Fog Score
17.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
70
Sprache Difficult Word Count
62
Olympia J. Snowe
Mr. President, after the recent rash of terrorist bombings in Israel, Argentina, Panama, and Britain, many countries are waking up to their vulnerability to terrorists. As reported in the July 28, 1994 Christian Science Monitor, the British Parliament is considering enacting legislation similar to this bill. Furthermore, this fall, the Anti- Defamation League -- an organization whose very purpose is to protect the civil and religious liberties of all Americans -- also included my bill in their proposed legislative package on terrorism.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.2
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.2
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.36772
VADER
-0.937
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
22.6
Gunning-Fog Score
16
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.3
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
37
Sprache Difficult Word Count
39
Olympia J. Snowe
It is well known that many foreign terrorist organizations depend on money raised in the United States for a major portion of their funding. There are also disturbing indications that many of these organizations are working to develop networks of members and supporters in our own country. Last week, the administration took the useful step of freezing the U.S. assets of certain terrorist organizations working against the peace process in the Middle East. But this action needs to be strengthened by also slamming the door on members of terrorist organizations who continue to travel freely to and within our country unfettered by our visa laws.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.375
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.375
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.7376
VADER
0.226
Slightly Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.2
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
46
Gunning-Fog Score
12.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.2
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
32
Sprache Difficult Word Count
34
Olympia J. Snowe
Mr. President, I am confident that in the Senate this matter will receive the kind of fair treatment here that it deserves. I also note and welcome recent statements by the administration claiming that it too is now taking the terrorism issue seriously. After finding no need for my legislation last Congress, on January 20, 1995, the Secretary of State gave a speech at Harvard University in which he announced that the administration was going to strengthen its efforts against international terrorism. He specifically stated, "we will toughen standards for obtaining visas for international criminals to gain entry to this country." I hope this means that the administration is finally willing to support legislation needed to accomplish this goal.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.64663
VADER
-0.119
Leans Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
40.3
Gunning-Fog Score
13.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.3
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
40
Sprache Difficult Word Count
46
Olympia J. Snowe
The urgency of passing the Terrorist Exclusion Act comes from the sad truth that every day American lives continue to be put at risk out of deference to some imagined first amendment rights of foreign terrorists. This is an extreme misinterpretation of our cherished Bill of Rights, which the founders of our great nation intended to protect the liberties of all Americans. In my reading of the U.S. Constitution I see much about the protection of the safety and welfare of Americans, but nothing about protecting the rights of foreign terrorists to travel freely to the United States whenever they choose.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.33647
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.03609
VADER
0.361
Somewhat Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
46
Gunning-Fog Score
14.8
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.8
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
29
Sprache Difficult Word Count
32
Olympia J. Snowe
Mr. President, I hope that this issue will be addressed swiftly by the 104th Congress. I hope that we do not put off its consideration yet again, only to have the issue suddenly reappear in reaction to what might have been an avoidable loss of American lives.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.51083
VADER
0.691
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
7.6
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
68.5
Gunning-Fog Score
8.8
Coleman-Liau Index
9.9
SMOG Index
9.9
Automated Readability Index
6.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.8
Sprache Readability Score
3.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
15
Sprache Difficult Word Count
16
Don Nickles
Mr. President, I am introducing legislation to provide for a 45-day layover of Federal regulations to permit Congress to review and, potentially, reject regulations before they become final.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.51083
VADER
-0.402
Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
28.8
Gunning-Fog Score
14.1
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.3
Sprache Readability Score
3.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
14
Sprache Difficult Word Count
13
Don Nickles
The Regulatory Oversight Act will improve the opportunity for Congress to ensure Federal agencies are properly carrying out congressional intent. All too often agencies issue regulations which go beyond the sense of reason.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.66667
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.66667
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.29928
VADER
0.807
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
15.8
Gunning-Fog Score
13.9
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8
Sprache Readability Score
4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
15
Sprache Difficult Word Count
17
Don Nickles
This act provides a 45-day period following publication of a final rule before that rule may become effective. This 45-day period will provide Congress with an opportunity to review the rule and enact, if it so chooses, a joint resolution of disapproval on a fast-track basis.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.66667
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.66667
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.29928
VADER
0.71
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
47.3
Gunning-Fog Score
16.3
Coleman-Liau Index
10.6
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.7
Sprache Readability Score
4.8
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
14
Sprache Difficult Word Count
14
Don Nickles
Significant final rules, which the act defines as final rules that increase compliance costs on State, local, and tribal governments and the private sector of at least $100 million in any year may not take effect until at least 45 days after the rule is published. This is the same threshold in the unfunded mandates bill. Under current law, most rules already are delayed by 30 days pending the filing of an appeal. The delay of 45 days is provided in this act to avoid economic uncertainties and harm from these very large and burdensome rules during the congressional review period.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.09091
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.09091
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.16705
VADER
-0.883
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
52.2
Gunning-Fog Score
14.9
Coleman-Liau Index
11.4
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
28
Sprache Difficult Word Count
33
Don Nickles
health or safety, or other emergencies, criminal law enforcement, or matters of national security, could be exempted by Executive order from the postponement of the effective date provided in the bill. However, a joint resolution of disapproval would still be eligible for fast-track consideration.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.8473
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.2
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.2
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.37949
VADER
0.612
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
18.6
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.4
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
15
Sprache Difficult Word Count
21
Don Nickles
Although a joint resolution may be introduced by any Member of Congress, the fast-track process for floor consideration of the joint resolution of disapproval is only available under two conditions: First, if the authorizing committee reports out the resolution; or second, if the majority leader of either House of Congress discharges the committee. The joint resolution, if passed by both Houses, would be subject to a Presidential veto and, in turn, a possible veto override.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.19722
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0
VADER
0
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
16.9
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.3
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
26
Sprache Difficult Word Count
23
Don Nickles
In reality, perhaps only a few regulations will be rejected by this process. But by providing a mechanism to hold Federal agencies accountable before it is too late, the Regulatory Oversight Act makes an important contribution to the critical regulatory reform effort.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.25
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.25
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.45199
VADER
-0.586
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
14.3
Gunning-Fog Score
18.9
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.1
Sprache Readability Score
4.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
16
Sprache Difficult Word Count
15
Don Nickles
At this time I would like to ask unanimous consent that a detailed summary and the text of the Regulatory Oversight Act to be printed in the Record.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.51083
VADER
0.527
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
48.5
Gunning-Fog Score
14.1
Coleman-Liau Index
9.4
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.9
Sprache Readability Score
4.8
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
8
Sprache Difficult Word Count
9
John McCain
Mr. President, today I am introducing a bill to reauthorize appropriations for the Navajo-Hopi Relocation Housing Program. I am pleased that Senator Kyl has joined me on this bill as an original cosponsor.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.19722
VADER
0.637
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
43.5
Gunning-Fog Score
10.4
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
7.5
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8
Sprache Readability Score
3.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
16
Sprache Difficult Word Count
17
John McCain
I believe that most of my colleagues have at least some familiarity with the tragic land disputes which have divided the Navajo and Hopi Tribes for more than a century. In 1974 the Congress acted to try to bring about a resolution of those disputes through a partition of the disputed lands and the relocation of the members of each tribe from the lands partitioned to the other tribe. This has proven to be a difficult and contentious process and the original Settlement Act has been amended twice to try to resolve problems which arose in its implementation.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.75
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.75
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.375
Somewhat Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.375
Somewhat Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.7376
VADER
-0.878
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
41.6
Gunning-Fog Score
18.8
Coleman-Liau Index
11.6
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.1
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
28
Sprache Difficult Word Count
28
John McCain
Since the enactment of the Settlement Act, 4,432 Navajo and Hopi families have applied for relocation benefits. Of those, 3,255 have been certified eligible and 11,177 have been denied benefits. Of those who were denied benefits, 223 are engaged in active appeals. A total of 2,434 families had been relocated as of the end of 1994 and 544 eligible families were awaiting their benefits.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
2.19722
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.56495
VADER
0.84
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.6
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
63.9
Gunning-Fog Score
15
Coleman-Liau Index
9
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
6.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.5
Sprache Readability Score
4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
20
Sprache Difficult Word Count
16
John McCain
Most of the 544 families still awaiting benefits long ago complied with the law and voluntarily left their homes which are located on lands partitioned to the other tribe. Unfortunately, the pace of the relocation housing program has been such that on average fewer than 200 eligible families are served in each calendar year.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.33647
VADER
0.052
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
41.6
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
15
Sprache Difficult Word Count
18
John McCain
The bill we are introducing today will provide 2 more years of authority for appropriations for the relocation housing program. It is my understanding that Office of Navajo and Hopi Indian Relocation is in the process of preparing a report for the appropriations committees which will provide information on the amount of funding necessary to complete the relocation program and an estimate of the time this will take. I look forward to reviewing that report. I also look forward to the hearing on this bill because it will provide an opportunity for the Committee on Indian Affairs to evaluate the relocation housing program to ensure that it is being operated as fairly and efficiently as possible.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
3.43399
VADER
0.827
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
26.4
Gunning-Fog Score
18.2
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
38
Sprache Difficult Word Count
35
John McCain
Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the bill be printed in the Record.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0.226
Slightly Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
4.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
72.8
Gunning-Fog Score
5.7
Coleman-Liau Index
10.2
SMOG Index
7.3
Automated Readability Index
2.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6
Sprache Readability Score
2.1
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
5
Sprache Difficult Word Count
7
Kit Bond
Mr. President, today I am introducing the Regulatory Flexibility Amendments Act of 1995. The Regulatory Flexibility Act is of paramount importance to the 21 million U.S. small businesses. Small businesses employ 54 percent of the U.S. work force, account for 44 percent of all sales, and generate 39 percent of our gross domestic product.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.75
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.75
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.60944
VADER
0.494
Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
6.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
57.7
Gunning-Fog Score
8.5
Coleman-Liau Index
11.7
SMOG Index
10.5
Automated Readability Index
4.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.7
Sprache Readability Score
3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
19
Sprache Difficult Word Count
18
Kit Bond
Government regulations place extraordinary burdens on small businesses, and the result is to hinder their ability to compete at home and in the global marketplace. However, the Regulatory Flexibility Act, Reg Flex Act, if properly implemented and appropriately strengthened, can help ease the regulatory burdens on small businesses. I am very pleased the small President Clinton has expressed his strong support for judicial review to permit small businesses to challenge Federal agencies under the Reg Flex Act.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.33647
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.69231
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.69231
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.52606
VADER
0.945
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
23.7
Gunning-Fog Score
17.5
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
32
Sprache Difficult Word Count
32
Kit Bond
The Reg Flex Act was enacted to reduce, where appropriate, the impact of Federal regulations on small business. The Reg Flex Act requires Federal agencies to assess the impact of their proposals on small businesses. Agencies have two options under the statute -- performing a regulatory flexibility analysis or issuing a certification.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.94591
VADER
0.34
Somewhat Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
25.4
Gunning-Fog Score
17
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.9
Sprache Readability Score
4.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
26
Sprache Difficult Word Count
22
Kit Bond
An agency certifies a rule if it determines the rule will not have a significant economic impact on a substantial number of small businesses. The certification must be announced in the -- Federal Register and must be accompanied by "a succinct statement explaining the reasons for such certification." Boilerplate statements that the rule will not have such an effect are inadequate under the Reg Flex Act.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.71429
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.71429
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.46634
VADER
-0.211
Slightly Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
39.1
Gunning-Fog Score
16.7
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.4
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
22
Sprache Difficult Word Count
22
Kit Bond
An agency assessment that reveals the rule will have a significant economic impact on a substantial number of small businesses requires the agency to prepare a regulatory flexibility analysis. The analysis must contain: a description of the reasons why the action is being considered; a succinct statement of the objectives of and legal basis for the action; a description and estimate of the number of small businesses affected by the agency action; a detailed description of the reporting, recordkeeping, and other compliance requirements with special attention to the affected small businesses; and any duplicative Federal regulations.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
3.29584
VADER
0.765
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
0
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
39
Sprache Difficult Word Count
33
Kit Bond
Additionally, the analysis must describe and examine significant alternatives to the proposed rule which can accomplish the objectives of the agency, but which minimize the economic impact on small businesses. Significant alternatives may include but are not limited to: First establishment of differing compliance or reporting requirements that take into account the resources available to small businesses; second, the use of performance rather than design standards; and third, exemptions of small businesses from all or part of the rule. When an agency promulgates a final rule under section 553 of the Reg Flex Act, it must explain why it did not adopt other alternatives to minimize the effects on small businesses which were presented to the agency during the rulemaking process.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.625
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.625
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.34993
VADER
0.556
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
12.8
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.4
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
41
Sprache Difficult Word Count
38
Kit Bond
Unfortunately, too many Federal regulators fail to exercise their responsibilities under the Reg Flex Act. When government agencies fail to comply with the act, they impose significant and burdensome requirements on small businesses and thereby threaten their viability. All too often, these agencies view the act as nothing more than another procedural impediment to the adoption of a particular rule. As a result, agencies issue boilerplate certifications without performing the underlying assessment of impacts on small businesses required by the Reg Flex Act. As long as Federal departments and agencies continue to act in this manner, small businesses will be the big losers.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.56495
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.23077
Slightly Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.23077
Slightly Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.43532
VADER
-0.956
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
27.4
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
38
Sprache Difficult Word Count
36
Kit Bond
means to strengthen agency compliance with the reg flex act My Regulatory Flexibility Act Amendment has one critical element: repeal the prohibition against judicial review.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.33647
VADER
0.34
Somewhat Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
8.9
Gunning-Fog Score
18
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
9.5
Sprache Readability Score
4.8
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
13
Sprache Difficult Word Count
14
Kit Bond
The Reg Flex Act requires Federal departments and agencies to consider the impact of their actions on small businesses. However, in 1980, the authors of the act were concerned a litigation explosion might result under this law. The rationale being that businesses would attempt to delay the implementation of regulations through court action. To prevent this problem, the sponsors included a provision excluding separate judicial challenges to agency compliance with the Reg Flex Act.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.56495
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.61904
VADER
-0.402
Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
38.3
Gunning-Fog Score
18.2
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
31
Sprache Difficult Word Count
33
Kit Bond
Today, we realize it is highly unlikely there would be a flood of litigation if judicial review is permitted under the Reg Flex Act. The fact is, most small businesses do not have the financial resources to bring frivolous, unfounded lawsuits. However, my bill will insure that small business have the opportunity to challenge regulators who attempt to avoid the Reg Flex Act. As a consequence, my colleagues should not be fooled by the "red herring" of a threat of litigation explosion.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.71429
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.71429
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.46634
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.36772
VADER
-0.641
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
48.8
Gunning-Fog Score
16.5
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.5
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
29
Sprache Difficult Word Count
31
Kit Bond
The ability of agencies to ignore their responsibilities under the Reg Flex Act is enhanced by the conspicuous absence of judicial review under the act. Without judicial review, compliance rests upon each agency's voluntary commitment to utilize the Reg Flex Act in its quest for rational rulemaking mandated by the Administrative Procedure Act [APA].
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.8473
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.63636
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.63636
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.335
VADER
0.34
Somewhat Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
15.5
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
24
Sprache Difficult Word Count
22
Kit Bond
Small businesses do not need voluntary commitments, they need concrete action. The primary means to accomplish mandatory compliance will be to authorize small businesses hurt by an agency's failure to comply with the Reg Flex Act to challenge that agency in federal court. That is what my bill does.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.11111
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.11111
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.20067
VADER
-0.534
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
52.1
Gunning-Fog Score
16.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.3
Sprache Readability Score
4.3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
17
Sprache Difficult Word Count
20
Kit Bond
I urge my colleagues to support this reform of the Reg Flex Act.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.60944
VADER
0.402
Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
5.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
76.5
Gunning-Fog Score
8.3
Coleman-Liau Index
7.3
SMOG Index
9
Automated Readability Index
3.5
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.9
Sprache Readability Score
2.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
6
Sprache Difficult Word Count
6