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Senate Floor: STATEMENTS ON INTRODUCED BILLS AND JOINT RESOLUTIONS
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11 Speakers
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Speakers
Joe Biden Joe Biden said 101 sentences of a total of 415 sentences.
25%
Joe Biden said 2653 words of a total of 8888 words.
30%
Paul Wellstone Paul Wellstone said 46 sentences of a total of 415 sentences.
12%
Paul Wellstone said 1017 words of a total of 8888 words.
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Barbara A. Mikulski Barbara A. Mikulski said 58 sentences of a total of 415 sentences.
14%
Barbara A. Mikulski said 1007 words of a total of 8888 words.
12%
Arlen Specter Arlen Specter said 33 sentences of a total of 415 sentences.
8%
Arlen Specter said 746 words of a total of 8888 words.
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Gordon Smith Gordon Smith said 26 sentences of a total of 415 sentences.
7%
Gordon Smith said 647 words of a total of 8888 words.
8%
Frank Murkowski Frank Murkowski said 25 sentences of a total of 415 sentences.
7%
Frank Murkowski said 636 words of a total of 8888 words.
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Patty Murray Patty Murray said 41 sentences of a total of 415 sentences.
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Patty Murray said 630 words of a total of 8888 words.
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Barbara Boxer Barbara Boxer said 26 sentences of a total of 415 sentences.
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Barbara Boxer said 518 words of a total of 8888 words.
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Bob Bennett Bob Bennett said 28 sentences of a total of 415 sentences.
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Bob Bennett said 436 words of a total of 8888 words.
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Tom Daschle Tom Daschle said 15 sentences of a total of 415 sentences.
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Tom Daschle said 308 words of a total of 8888 words.
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Orrin Hatch Orrin Hatch said 16 sentences of a total of 415 sentences.
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Orrin Hatch said 290 words of a total of 8888 words.
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Full Transcript
Tom Daschle
Mr. President, earlier this year I introduced S. 1672, the Missouri River Erosion Control Act of 1998. It will create an important new program to provide homeowners on the Missouri River with the assistance they need to protect their homes from shoreline erosion.
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)
0.61904
VADER
0.671
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.028854041
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0042848318
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0027059417
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0017620157
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0010720824
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0005995216
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001649475
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.87769E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.24004E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
2.08421E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
4.9142E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Domestic Commerce
Score:
54.726
Magnitude:
41
Code:
15
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#15
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
7.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
62.1
Gunning-Fog Score
9.9
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
11.8
Automated Readability Index
6.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6
Sprache Readability Score
3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
15
Sprache Difficult Word Count
13
Tom Daschle
Today, my colleague Senator Johnson and I are introducing a second bill that I hope will help to preserve the character of the Missouri River for generations to come. Up and down the Missouri River, South Dakotans can tell you that the river is slowly changing as a result of the dams built under the authority of the Pick-Sloan Act. While the dams undoubtedly have made positive contributions to South Dakota by controlling floodwaters and making affordable electricity available to promote rural development, they also ended the Big Muddy's ability to carry a full sediment load for long distances. Sediments are now being deposited into shallow areas of the river, causing the water table to rise, flooding shoreline lands and worsening erosion. In addition, the sediment build-up has made navigation nearly impossible in some areas.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.36842
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.36842
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.73089
VADER
0.886
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0250084937
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0044953409
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0017180722
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0016586535
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.001512619
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0009851736
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001040038
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
1.89512E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.27727E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.20057E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
3.2886E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Domestic Commerce
Score:
22.9
Magnitude:
135
Code:
15
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#15
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Environment
Score:
21.803
Magnitude:
135
Code:
7
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#7
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
30.8
Gunning-Fog Score
18
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
43
Sprache Difficult Word Count
50
Tom Daschle
These problems have grown particularly severe near the city of Springfield, where a delta is forming downstream from the confluence of the Missouri and Niobrara Rivers. In order to better understand the causes of the sediment build-up and to develop solutions to address it, I am introducing legislation today to direct the Corps of Engineers to conduct a study of the lower Missouri and Niobrara River watershed. It is my hope that this study will provide the blueprint necessary to alleviate the sediment build-up, reduce future sedimentation, and preserve the character of the rivers for years to come. I hope my colleagues will give this legislation their full support.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.57143
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.57143
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.18958
VADER
0.653
Very Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.0012984337
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0010133373
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.000999343
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0006431274
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0002668638
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
6.9595E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
4.28125E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
2.67099E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
7.7253E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.2971E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.595E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Environment
Score:
73.101
Magnitude:
109
Code:
7
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#7
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
34.6
Gunning-Fog Score
16.5
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
37
Sprache Difficult Word Count
37
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
Moderation
Violence
0.0042343083
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0004899966
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0004082923
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0001126385
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
8.76366E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
6.2818E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
5.9207E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
1.8596E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
9.609E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
6.327E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
6.76E-8
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
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
Bob Bennett
Mr. President, I am pleased to introduce legislation to expand the boundaries of Arches National Park. I appreciate my colleague Senator Hatch for joining me in this effort. The House version of this bill, H.R. 2283 sponsored by Mr. Cannon, was passed late last year.
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
0.785
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.2446467755
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0513536797
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0105944557
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0075227108
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.004078374
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0013733134
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0002777396
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
1.71129E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.50585E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
4.1455E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.5591E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Energy
Score:
96.717
Magnitude:
132
Code:
8
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#8
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
4.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
71.4
Gunning-Fog Score
7
Coleman-Liau Index
10.9
SMOG Index
9
Automated Readability Index
3.3
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.5
Sprache Readability Score
3.1
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
18
Sprache Difficult Word Count
20
Bob Bennett
Most Americans recognize the familiar landscape of Arches National Park. It encompasses some of the most unique lands in the Southwest. Delicate sandstone arches, stunning vistas, contrasting colors, sweeping desert valleys, maze-like rock formations, and rugged gorges characterize the panorama in the park. In 1929, when the park was created, knowledge of ecosystem management was almost nonexistent. Park designation preserved these unique geological treasures but also relied on fairly rigid park boundaries which has resulted in some fragmentation of ecological areas within the park. This bill authorizes a 3,140 acre expansion to include the beautiful and unique Lost Spring Canyon parcel contiguous with the eastern boundary of the Arches. This addition will enhance the ecological protection of Arches.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.64706
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.64706
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.42139
VADER
0.714
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.2273265971
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0320705265
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0181220123
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0093533912
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0046711353
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0035606201
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0003200258
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.000310996
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001107596
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.17028E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.12677E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Environment
Score:
73.337
Magnitude:
60
Code:
7
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#7
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
31.5
Gunning-Fog Score
16.2
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
53
Sprache Difficult Word Count
52
Bob Bennett
The Arches National Park Expansion includes portions of the following drainages: Salt Wash, Lost Spring Canyon, Fish Seep Draw, Clover Canyon, Cordova Canyon, Mine Draw, and Cottonwood Wash. These areas are currently under the jurisdiction of either the Bureau of Land Management or the State of Utah. Once the expansion is complete, the Park Service will continue to protect the wilderness values of these lands. No road or campground construction will occur in the new addition. Lost Spring Canyon will continue primarily to be used for back-country hiking. It is not in danger of being overrun by thousands of park visitors simply by the nature of the rugged terrain and the distances involved. But it makes good management sense to bring these areas under park management.
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)
0.65925
VADER
0.477
Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0920252642
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0649627007
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0143336525
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0110580906
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0108435386
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0036199432
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0005046725
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0001046667
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
6.5209E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.6168E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.9288E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Environment
Score:
96.696
Magnitude:
59
Code:
7
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#7
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
50.5
Gunning-Fog Score
12.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.2
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.4
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
36
Sprache Difficult Word Count
41
Bob Bennett
Public lands debates are far too contentious in the West, particularly in Utah. While it is unfortunate that we have not been able to reach consensus on issues like wilderness, I am pleased that the expansion of Arches National Park is an issue which a diverse group of interests do agree. Local officials, the Grand Canyon Trust, the National Parks and Conservation Association, environmental groups, the State of Utah, the Utah Congressional delegation, and the Administration all support this bill.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.8473
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.45455
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.45455
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.8873
VADER
0.915
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.117939245
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0157806135
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0039510425
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0028019491
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0027543623
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0009258341
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
5.9667E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
4.82647E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
7.3966E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.5994E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.8883E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
30.7
Gunning-Fog Score
15.7
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
27
Sprache Difficult Word Count
31
Bob Bennett
This legislation is good for Arches National Park and is a great example of how it is possible to reach consensus among public lands interests. The expansion will enhance the visitor experience of Arches by expanding back-country opportunities. It makes good management sense for both BLM and the Park Service. I hope my colleagues will join me in moving this legislation quickly.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.83333
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.83333
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.03688
VADER
0.957
Very Positive
Moderation
Harassment
3.2416947186
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.5804449786
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.2150227781
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0182174714
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.007997849
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0050673076
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.000448198
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0003490879
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
8.50369E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
4.8191E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
4.80129E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Civil Rights
Score:
90.955
Magnitude:
42
Code:
2
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#2
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
48.5
Gunning-Fog Score
14.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.8
Sprache Readability Score
4.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
16
Sprache Difficult Word Count
22
Orrin Hatch
Mr. President, I am pleased to rise today along with my good friend and colleague, Senator Bennett, as a cosponsor of the Arches National Park Expansion Act of 1998. This is an inexpensive, practical, common-sense proposal that has gathered widespread support.
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
0.893
Very Positive
Moderation
Sexual
0.0094211275
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0081237311
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0051376617
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0028563833
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0014280465
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0011626898
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0004908249
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0002281028
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0002162982
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0001560408
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
3.62392E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
72.636
Magnitude:
49
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
51.6
Gunning-Fog Score
10.4
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
8.8
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.1
Sprache Readability Score
3.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
17
Sprache Difficult Word Count
19
Orrin Hatch
Arches National Park is known world-wide for its spectacular canyons and rock formations. When Arches National Park was created 25 years ago, the park boundaries were set with little regard to naturally occurring borders. Specifically, Lost Springs Canyon, located in the northeast corner of the park, was divided in half by the park boundaries.
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
-0.077
Neutral
Moderation
Violence
1.1931509711
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.3180080792
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0903623237
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0322223845
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0269128679
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0138781092
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.004616841
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0018649542
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0003931245
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0002629967
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
8.97967E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Civil Rights
Score:
90.949
Magnitude:
33
Code:
2
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#2
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
48.3
Gunning-Fog Score
13.9
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.8
Sprache Readability Score
4.3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
17
Sprache Difficult Word Count
17
Orrin Hatch
Mr. President, this worthwhile legislation would expand the boundaries of the park by approximately 3,140 acres, incorporating the Lost Spring Canyon. The new, expanded boundary would better follow the natural borders dictated by the position of the canyon rim rather than the section lines and manmade features. Adding Lost Spring Canyon to the 73,400 acres already included in Arches National Park would bring a variety of new arches, balanced rocks, spires, and other geologic features under park protection and management. The addition of Lost Spring Canyon would also include the option of a "back-country" experience in Arches National Park.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
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
0.202
Slightly Positive
Moderation
Sexual
0.3668873105
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.3408406395
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.2927340101
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.062388496
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0540769484
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0252044905
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0066258443
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0008334912
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0006164717
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
8.76003E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
3.0593E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Civil Rights
Score:
82.483
Magnitude:
53
Code:
2
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#2
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
44.3
Gunning-Fog Score
14.8
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
35
Sprache Difficult Word Count
34
Orrin Hatch
The widespread support this bill enjoys is the result of careful efforts to balance competing interests. The Utah School Trust, the Grand Canyon Trust, the National Parks and Conservation Association, and the National Park Services have voiced support for the proposed bill. Local officials, interest groups, and a majority of the residents of Grand County have been consulted for input and are also supportive of the boundary change.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.85714
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.85714
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.19722
VADER
0.974
Very Positive
Moderation
Harassment
27.3057132959
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.7638707291
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.358239701
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.078892376
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0040800351
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0034436551
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
9.22483E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
2.57334E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
1.86697E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.4457E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
4.088E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Civil Rights
Score:
71.145
Magnitude:
42
Code:
2
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#2
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
20.646
Magnitude:
42
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
39.5
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
24
Sprache Difficult Word Count
28
Orrin Hatch
Again, I am pleased to cosponsor the Arches National Park Expansion Act of 1998. I urge my colleagues to support this important legislation.
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
0.681
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
8.1130132079
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.7595949806
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.4087840673
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.033035074
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.024944864
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0232387727
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0014582087
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0003227265
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0002334796
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001641454
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
3.7657E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
44.4
Gunning-Fog Score
11.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
7.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.7
Sprache Readability Score
2.8
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
9
Sprache Difficult Word Count
9
Frank Murkowski
Mr. President, I rise today for the purpose of introducing legislation, that when enacted, will provide for a cleaner electrical system for Glacier National Park and Preserve in Alaska.
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
0.178
Leans Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.7180031855
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0414589304
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0185940633
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0095065079
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0054146978
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0019554489
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0008306456
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0001067056
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
1.28282E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.739E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
3.364E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Civil Rights
Score:
82.01
Magnitude:
66
Code:
2
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#2
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.6
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
37.5
Gunning-Fog Score
11.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.5
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.8
Sprache Readability Score
3.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
13
Sprache Difficult Word Count
15
Frank Murkowski
Vice President Al Gore in his opening remarks to the President's Council on Sustainable Development on January 13, 1994 said "Our objective is results that are cleaner for the environment and cheaper for the economy." My objective for Glacier Bay National Park and the nearby Gustavus community mirrors that of the Vice President -- to produce electricity that will be cleaner for the environment and cheaper for the economy.
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)
2.3979
VADER
0.34
Somewhat Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.4325823858
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.067155523
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0536716892
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0151665401
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.014354907
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0123159945
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0041881456
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0024637067
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0014492652
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0003036918
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
5.50005E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Civil Rights
Score:
87.364
Magnitude:
102
Code:
2
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#2
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
24.3
Gunning-Fog Score
18.9
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
27
Sprache Difficult Word Count
26
Frank Murkowski
Glacier Bay National Park currently generates its own electrical power using diesel generators. The electrical generation equipment now in place is expensive to maintain and is unreliable. It is my understanding that over the years there have been at least two oil spills into the waters of Glacier Bay, the tank farm is leaking, and the current electrical system is in need of major repair. In short, the diesel system at Glacier Bay is unacceptable in environmental terms Before we spend tax payers dollars to add band-aids to this antiquated system, we ought to consider an environmentally sound and cheaper option for the production of electrical power.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.25
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.25
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.47957
VADER
-0.459
Negative
Moderation
Violence
0.1399625675
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.039637697
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0244958996
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0124421436
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.00716828
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0005612854
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0003282
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0003057268
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
2.27057E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.1724E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.463E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
87.616
Magnitude:
38
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
30.6
Gunning-Fog Score
17.5
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
34
Sprache Difficult Word Count
37
Frank Murkowski
Fortunately, there is a viable option. Enactment of this legislation would allow the placement and installation of a small water powered electrical system in the Fall Creek area on the southeast corner of Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve.
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
0.226
Slightly Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.43572383
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.1574606285
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0170727988
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0157023664
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0045175373
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.003753222
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001956624
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
4.38293E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
7.3353E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
3.6741E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.2701E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
98.186
Magnitude:
51
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
37.4
Gunning-Fog Score
12.9
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7
Sprache Readability Score
4.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
15
Sprache Difficult Word Count
18
Frank Murkowski
Before park advocates take out their swords and start drawing lines in the sand, I want to make it very clear that I am not suggesting that we allow for the construction of a Hoover Dam in a National Park. I am suggesting that a "run of stream" small diversion weir be placed along Fall Creek within the boundaries of the Park.
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
0.62
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0767009158
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0542770023
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0315525627
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0085234664
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0026079408
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0016858356
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0007612449
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0001678559
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001675581
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.93405E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.59858E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Government Operations
Score:
70.171
Magnitude:
11
Code:
20
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#20
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
60.8
Gunning-Fog Score
16.3
Coleman-Liau Index
9
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.3
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
11
Sprache Difficult Word Count
17
Frank Murkowski
Since the Fall Creek area of this proposed hydro power system is in a Wilderness area designated by Congress, any redrawing of boundaries of Glacier Bay National Park or other procedure to permit the system requires Congressional approval. As envisioned, the site required will amount to approximately 78 acres. If only the "footprint" is considered, as little as 5 acres would be utilized.
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)
2.3979
VADER
0.477
Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.328826881
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.1219099737
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0704041566
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0491046463
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0042767693
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.001778291
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0007893085
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0002458554
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
6.60252E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
9.3115E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
8.1816E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Civil Rights
Score:
93.598
Magnitude:
20
Code:
2
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#2
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
35.1
Gunning-Fog Score
14.7
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
24
Sprache Difficult Word Count
28
Frank Murkowski
I believe there are considerable environmental benefits and economic advantages to be gained by eliminating dependence upon diesel fossil fuel and converting to a small water powered electrical system to provide power to the community of Gustavus and the National Park Service in Glacier Bay. In addition to providing clean, cheaper, stable priced, hydro electricity, substantial savings will occur to the State of Alaska, the National Park Service and to consumers. Significant economic savings from appropriations and increasing operational expenses for the existing systems, along with the environmental enhancements will have continuing long term benefits that more than compensate for a loss of some 5 acres for the Fall Creek System. These multiple benefits should be sufficient merit alone to justify a restructuring of Park boundaries to accommodate the new electrical generating system.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.4
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.4
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.76214
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.6875
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.6875
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.60944
VADER
0.951
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.358369085
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0322304346
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0288568466
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0054060554
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0053541498
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0007587423
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0006309801
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0001939854
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
8.41656E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
6.7654E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.2E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
89.664
Magnitude:
59
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
6.4
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
55
Sprache Difficult Word Count
57
Frank Murkowski
I realize that however meritorious the proposal may be, taking Wilderness out of a system or lands out of a park will be unacceptable to some. Under the provisions of this legislation lands removed from the boundaries of the Park will be replaced with State lands in another park. In other words, there will be no net loss of Wilderness.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0
VADER
-0.527
Very Negative
Moderation
Violence
0.3555465955
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.1193816541
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0589447271
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0280721433
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0189245344
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0113071772
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0077801786
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0006707272
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0001019098
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
8.99626E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
8.41888E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
97.966
Magnitude:
58
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
55.4
Gunning-Fog Score
14
Coleman-Liau Index
11
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.4
Sprache Readability Score
4.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
13
Sprache Difficult Word Count
16
Frank Murkowski
We need to clean and protect the environment at Glacier Bay and Gustavus, this legislation is the beginning. The completed project will serve as a conservation model to other communities -- an example of significant environmental advantages coupled with substantial economic savings to the public and government which could be realized elsewhere, particularly in the rural communities of Alaska.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.69231
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.69231
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.52606
VADER
0.856
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.3372457344
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0119512726
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.008219813
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0058767586
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0025077716
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0016354139
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0013331831
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
4.17562E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
4.44E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.08E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
4.758E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Civil Rights
Score:
92.814
Magnitude:
30
Code:
2
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#2
Source:
Comparative Agendas
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
7.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
21
Sprache Difficult Word Count
27
Frank Murkowski
I ask unanimous consent that the entire 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
Moderation
Violence
0.9511835873
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.2025220543
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.1175847254
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0195021465
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0103777689
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0071527727
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.004603928
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001117469
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
5.49764E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.03296E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
6.843E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Social Welfare
Score:
89.444
Magnitude:
72
Code:
13
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#13
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
7.6
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
69
Gunning-Fog Score
8.9
Coleman-Liau Index
8.5
SMOG Index
9
Automated Readability Index
6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.7
Sprache Readability Score
3.2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
5
Sprache Difficult Word Count
7
Joe Biden
Mr. President, I rise to introduce the "Violence Against Women Act -- II." I am pleased to be joined by several Senators who are cosponsoring this legislation -- including Senators Specter, Boxer, Snowe, Murray, Moseley-Braun, Mikulski, Dodd, Lautenburg, Wellstone, Kennedy, and Durbin.
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
-0.296
Slightly Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
32
Gunning-Fog Score
10.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
9.5
Sprache Readability Score
4.3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
23
Sprache Difficult Word Count
24
Joe Biden
Mr. President, when I introduced the Violence Against Women Act eight years ago -- in June, 1990 -- it was not clear that the Senate would ever even consider this legislation. The fundamental reason -- just eight years ago, few thought it either appropriate or necessary for national legislation to confront the problem of domestic violence.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.19722
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.11111
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.11111
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.20067
VADER
-0.92
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.6
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
43.6
Gunning-Fog Score
14.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.9
Sprache Readability Score
4.1
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
17
Sprache Difficult Word Count
16
Joe Biden
From 1990 to 1993, as chairman of the Judiciary Committee, I convened six hearings on the bill, released six reports on the problems of violence against women, convinced the Judiciary Committee to favorably report the bill to the full Senate on three times and had to re- introduce the bill twice.
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
-0.361
Somewhat Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
22.4
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
11.1
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
14
Sprache Difficult Word Count
15
Joe Biden
But, it was not until November, 1993 -- nearly 3 and \1/2\ years after introduction -- that the full Senate even considered the Violence Against Women Act. In September, 1994, the Violence Against Women Act became law.
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
-0.848
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
61.7
Gunning-Fog Score
9.4
Coleman-Liau Index
10
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
8.2
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4
Sprache Readability Score
3.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
7
Sprache Difficult Word Count
8
Joe Biden
But, even passage of the act into law did not end the significant debate on the issue of whether the problem of violence against women merited a national response. As my colleagues will recall, throughout the summer of 1995, the Congress debated whether or not we should actually fund the Violence Against Women Act.
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
-0.867
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
40
Gunning-Fog Score
16.7
Coleman-Liau Index
11.9
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
19
Sprache Difficult Word Count
17
Joe Biden
Fortunately, by the fall of 1995, the Congress finally reached a consensus -- the Federal Government can and should provide resources and leadership in a national effort to end the violence women suffer at the hands of men who profess to love them.
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 Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.58779
VADER
-0.459
Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
31.3
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
11.8
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
12
Sprache Difficult Word Count
15
Joe Biden
That consensus has held to this day.
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
2.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
91
Gunning-Fog Score
8.5
Coleman-Liau Index
8.6
SMOG Index
9
Automated Readability Index
1.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
2.6
Sprache Readability Score
1.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
1
Sprache Difficult Word Count
1
Joe Biden
And, at the most practical levels, that consensus has been rewarded:
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)
1.94591
VADER
0.494
Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
57.2
Gunning-Fog Score
15.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
7.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.9
Sprache Readability Score
2.3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
3
Sprache Difficult Word Count
4
Joe Biden
The murder rate for wives, ex-wives and girlfriends at the hands of their "intimates" fell to an 19-year low in both 1995 and 1996.
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
-0.778
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
6.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
92.6
Gunning-Fog Score
11.9
Coleman-Liau Index
5
SMOG Index
9
Automated Readability Index
8.2
Dale-Chall Readability Score
3.1
Sprache Readability Score
4.2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
3
Sprache Difficult Word Count
5
Joe Biden
Thousands of trained police officers are on the streets arresting abusers before they can victimize again; police officers are working as never before to guide victims toward help; prosecutors have been added to the front-lines to put these abusers where they belong -- behind bars; tens of thousands of women have been provided the shelters necessary to protect themselves and their children; battered women are being provided a whole range of support services -- counseling, legal help for such matters as getting a "protection from abuse" orders; and a new national domestic violence hotline has already answered nearly 200,000 calls for help.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.83321
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.66329
VADER
-0.852
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
9.4
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
28
Sprache Difficult Word Count
33
Joe Biden
Mr. President, our consensus in the Congress reflects a fundamental consensus in our Nation -- the time when a woman has to suffer in silence because the criminal who is victimizing her happens to be her husband or boyfriend is over.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0
VADER
-0.889
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
51.2
Gunning-Fog Score
13
Coleman-Liau Index
11.9
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.3
Sprache Readability Score
4.1
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
11
Sprache Difficult Word Count
12
Joe Biden
Today, we must build on this consensus and deliver on its promise -- because for all the strides we have made, there remain far too many women who will go home this evening knowing in the nervous pit of their stomach that there is a better than even chance that they will get the hell beat out of them.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.11111
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.11111
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.20067
VADER
-0.128
Leans Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
38.6
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
8.5
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
6
Sprache Difficult Word Count
10
Joe Biden
I don't know that any of us who have not been in this situation can truly understand what it must be like -- an understanding which would, in turn, also help us recognize the tremendous need to take action.
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)
0.95551
VADER
0.796
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
48
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
9.3
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
7
Sprache Difficult Word Count
7
Joe Biden
Perhaps we can gain a glimmer of such an understanding if we recall our school-boy memory -- and every man in this Chamber I know has at least one of these -- a memory of sitting in class, dreading the time when the recess bell would ring, because the school bully told you that he was going to beat the daylights out of you on the playground. Imagine feeling that dread every day. Imagine feeling that twist in your guts as an adult.
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
-0.637
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
64.6
Gunning-Fog Score
14.3
Coleman-Liau Index
8.8
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
19
Sprache Difficult Word Count
19
Joe Biden
That is what every man in this Senate, this Congress and this Nation must remember as we continue to debate what we can -- and what we should -- do to combat violence against women.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.5
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.5
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.8473
VADER
-0.758
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
50.3
Gunning-Fog Score
18
Coleman-Liau Index
9.4
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
7
Sprache Difficult Word Count
6
Joe Biden
Mr. President, the legislation I am introducing today -- the Violence Against Women Act II -- has one simple goal: make more women safe.
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
-0.232
Slightly Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
53.4
Gunning-Fog Score
8
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
10.3
Automated Readability Index
6.5
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.9
Sprache Readability Score
2.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
6
Sprache Difficult Word Count
8
Joe Biden
This legislation seeks this goal by building on the original Violence Against Women Act -- continuing what is working; seeking improvements to fix those efforts which could work better; and expanding the national fight into those areas where the need is clear, but our efforts have neglected.
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
-0.599
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
24
Gunning-Fog Score
19
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
13
Sprache Difficult Word Count
17
Joe Biden
Beyond describing some of the specifics of the legislation being introduced, I want to make it clear, there are many other ideas and proposals that should be considered before the full Senate debates this legislation. Also, I am sure there are several refinements to improve what is currently in this bill.
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
0.796
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
43.3
Gunning-Fog Score
18
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
12
Sprache Difficult Word Count
15
Joe Biden
There are several Senators who are developing these other proposals and refinements -- for there are many Senators who are deeply committed to combating violence against women. And, I hope that my colleagues will review this legislation, offer their insights and lend their names as co-sponsors and leaders in the fight against domestic violence.
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
-0.761
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
33.7
Gunning-Fog Score
18.9
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
16
Sprache Difficult Word Count
18
Joe Biden
Still, as my colleagues review this legislation, I believe they will find that it offers comprehensive and sensible responses to violence against women.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.66667
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.66667
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.29928
VADER
-0.477
Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
29
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.3
Sprache Readability Score
4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
6
Sprache Difficult Word Count
7
Joe Biden
To highlight just some of the specific aspects of this legislation, let me start with what I believe to be the central component of the Violence Against Women Act II -- the money, continuing the dollars for cops, prosecutors, judges, shelters, and all the elements which are working.
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
-0.402
Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
25.9
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
14
Sprache Difficult Word Count
15
Joe Biden
This requires one simple step -- continue the violent crime reduction trust fund which the Biden crime bill set up several years ago. This trust fund is due to expire in the year 2000.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0
VADER
-0.649
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
6.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
74.7
Gunning-Fog Score
11.4
Coleman-Liau Index
9.7
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
7.2
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.6
Sprache Readability Score
3.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
10
Sprache Difficult Word Count
12
Joe Biden
Let me remind everybody how it is funded. We agreed that we would reduce the number of Federal workers by over 200,000. We reduced them by 271,000. We agreed that the paychecks that were being paid to those Federal workers would be taken and put in the trust fund, and that trust fund would only be used to fight crime, a part of which is to fight domestic violence. That fund, that trust fund, that separate entity's authorization expires in the year 2000. This legislation first and foremost extends it, extends it to the year 2002. And it does not relitigate the balanced budget agreement upon which we agreed last year. It is accommodated within that balanced budget agreement.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.28571
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.28571
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.54654
VADER
0.878
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
7.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
69.1
Gunning-Fog Score
9.7
Coleman-Liau Index
9.8
SMOG Index
10.5
Automated Readability Index
6.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.9
Sprache Readability Score
4.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
32
Sprache Difficult Word Count
30
Joe Biden
Beyond this fundamental step, there are four key policy areas addressed in my new 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
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
50.6
Gunning-Fog Score
14
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.1
Sprache Readability Score
3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
6
Sprache Difficult Word Count
6
Joe Biden
1. Strengthening law enforcement's tools.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-1.09861
VADER
0.494
Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
4.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
68.9
Gunning-Fog Score
17
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
9
Automated Readability Index
10.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.4
Sprache Readability Score
1.3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
2
Sprache Difficult Word Count
4
Joe Biden
2. Improving services for the victims of violence.
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
-0.557
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
6.6
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
54.7
Gunning-Fog Score
16.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
10.3
Automated Readability Index
4.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.1
Sprache Readability Score
1.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
3
Sprache Difficult Word Count
4
Joe Biden
3. Reducing violence against children, not only the frequent and horrible side effects of violence against women but also the wellspring of future generations of abusers because all of the data shows that those who witness abuse, ironically and tragically, tend to become abusers.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.71429
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.71429
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.46634
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.6
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.6
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-1.22378
VADER
-0.979
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
28.8
Gunning-Fog Score
17.9
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.2
Sprache Readability Score
4.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
17
Sprache Difficult Word Count
15
Joe Biden
4. To bolster the antidomestic violence training and education programs to enlist many more professionals in our fight to deal with violence.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0
VADER
-0.896
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
38
Gunning-Fog Score
13.5
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7
Sprache Readability Score
2.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
9
Sprache Difficult Word Count
9
Joe Biden
To give a practical example, let's say a woman from my home State of Delaware gets one of these protection orders against and old boyfriend who has been stalking and beating the heck out of her. Let's also say she works in Pennsylvania.
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
-0.459
Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
63
Gunning-Fog Score
11.4
Coleman-Liau Index
10.1
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4
Sprache Readability Score
4.1
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
8
Sprache Difficult Word Count
10
Joe Biden
This is the scenario which led the original Violence Against Women Act to call on states to honor the protection orders of other states. We did so because the cops recognize the simple reality -- they know what will happen sooner or later if the old boyfriend keeps showing up at the woman's work. And, the cops in Pennsylvania don't want to wait for the worst to happen -- they want to nail the guy for violating the protection order, stopping violence before it happens -- in other words, community policing.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.66667
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.66667
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.29928
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.23077
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.23077
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.43532
VADER
-0.913
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
44.4
Gunning-Fog Score
16.3
Coleman-Liau Index
11.4
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
19
Sprache Difficult Word Count
24
Joe Biden
The problem -- the cops in Pennsylvania may not know about that there is a valid protection order issued by the State of Delaware. We propose today a few simple fixes: Permitting state and local cops to use their "pro-arrest" grants for this information sharing; encouraging states to enter into the cooperative agreements necessary to help interstate enforcement; and calling on the Justice Department to help develop new protocols and disseminate the "best practices" of state and local cops.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.75
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.75
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.75786
VADER
0.949
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
22.2
Gunning-Fog Score
19
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
30
Sprache Difficult Word Count
29
Joe Biden
Pretty simple, but all are extremely necessary -- and I hope we can all support such common sense measures.
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)
2.3979
VADER
0.859
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
52.3
Gunning-Fog Score
11.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
9.8
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.4
Sprache Readability Score
3.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
4
Sprache Difficult Word Count
8
Joe Biden
I won't go into nearly as much detail in describing the law enforcement initiatives proposed in this bill, but just to "tick" some of these off -- we propose to: Bolster the resources available for courts to handle domestic violence and sexual assault cases; target the "date-rape" drug with the maximum federal penalties; continue funding for police, prosecutors, law enforcement efforts in rural communities, and for anti-stalking initiatives; extend the support of local police "pro-arrest" efforts -- a program expiring this year; and provide new laws to protect our military support personnel stationed, as well as our female military personnel who may be assaulted off-base -- where, too often, lax foreign laws give a "free-pass" to their victimizer.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.71429
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.71429
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.46634
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.26316
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.26316
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.51083
VADER
-0.788
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
52
Sprache Difficult Word Count
52
Joe Biden
Immediate protections from their abuser -- such as battered women's shelters; help so that they can have access to the courts and legal assistance necessary to keep their abuser away from them; and removing the "catch-22s" that may literally often force women to stay with their abuser -- such as the discriminatory insurance policies which could force a mother to choose: turn-in the man who is beating me or keep health insurance for her children.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.3979
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.06667
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.06667
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.12516
VADER
-0.891
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
7.9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
20
Sprache Difficult Word Count
20
Joe Biden
Those are the three general policy goals, but to be more specific, let me outline just how our legislation proposes to boost the protections for the victims of violence:
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.2
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.2
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.33647
VADER
-0.723
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
40.3
Gunning-Fog Score
19
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
8
Sprache Difficult Word Count
11
Joe Biden
First and foremost, we must build on our successful effort to provide more shelter space for battered women and their children. Senator specter and the appropriations committee has done tremendous work to boost annual funding for shelters to $78 million -- enough for about 200,000 battered women and their children.
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)
2.83321
VADER
0.778
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
49.5
Gunning-Fog Score
15.6
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
16
Sprache Difficult Word Count
16
Joe Biden
Unfortunately, the unmet need for shelter remains significant. For example, data from six states, which together have about 16% of the Nation's population had to turn away more than 45,000 battered women who were seeking shelter because they simply did not have the space. Extrapolating these figures to the entire nation suggests that about 300,000 battered women and their children are turned away from shelters every year.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.11111
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.11111
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.20067
VADER
-0.153
Leans Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
52.3
Gunning-Fog Score
12.7
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
19
Sprache Difficult Word Count
19
Joe Biden
As I said, the current appropriations for shelter space stands at about $78 million. This legislation boosts this amount to $175 million over the next four years. The additional $100 million over current services will close the "shelter-gap" -- of roughly 300,000 battered women and their children. This will bring us closer to the day when all battered women will have a safe, secure place when they need it most.
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
0.765
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
69.7
Gunning-Fog Score
11
Coleman-Liau Index
10.4
SMOG Index
10.8
Automated Readability Index
8.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.2
Sprache Readability Score
4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
15
Sprache Difficult Word Count
15
Joe Biden
Of course, we phase in this increase -- but, it is clear to us that we must take the basic, fundamental step if we are to protect these victims of violence.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.8473
VADER
-0.422
Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
66.4
Gunning-Fog Score
14.7
Coleman-Liau Index
7.8
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.2
Sprache Readability Score
4.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
7
Sprache Difficult Word Count
7
Joe Biden
As I said, we must also provide women with the assistance necessary so that they can get access to help from our justice system. We do so, in some clear and common sense ways, such as:
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.75
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.75
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.60944
VADER
0.84
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
7.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
73.4
Gunning-Fog Score
9.4
Coleman-Liau Index
7.7
SMOG Index
9
Automated Readability Index
6.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4
Sprache Readability Score
3.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
7
Sprache Difficult Word Count
9
Joe Biden
Re-authorizing the expiring program to provide about $1 million per year for victim/witness counselors in federal court; as Senators Wellstone and Moseley-Braun have recognized, women should not have to chose between showing up at court to make sure her abuser is punished and losing her job -- so, this legislation includes their proposal to extend the protections of the Family & Medical Leave Act to the victims of domestic violence; Continuing the national Domestic Violence Hotline (at a cost of about $2 million per year); and Developing a national network of trained, volunteer attorneys who will help each of the nearly 100,000 women who, each year, call the national hotline for help.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.70805
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.06667
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.06667
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.12516
VADER
-0.91
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
42
Sprache Difficult Word Count
40
Joe Biden
The other component of our plan to aid the victims of domestic violence is to target what I refer to as the "catch-22" problems.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-1.94591
VADER
-0.844
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
63
Gunning-Fog Score
14.8
Coleman-Liau Index
7.5
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.7
Sprache Readability Score
4.3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
7
Sprache Difficult Word Count
7
Joe Biden
Senator Murray has identified one source of just such a "Catch- 22" -- the fact that some insurance companies and plans deny women health, disability, property or life insurance protections because the woman is a victim of domestic violence.
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
-0.823
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
19.1
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
13
Sprache Difficult Word Count
14
Joe Biden
In starkest terms, this forces a woman to chose between reporting -- and trying to end -- the violence she is suffering or her children's health care.
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
-0.612
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.2
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
59.6
Gunning-Fog Score
14.8
Coleman-Liau Index
11.8
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.7
Sprache Readability Score
4.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
7
Sprache Difficult Word Count
10
Joe Biden
This must end -- we must pass Senator Murray's proposal, included in this legislation, to protect the victims from abuse from insurance discrimination.
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
-0.599
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
26.8
Gunning-Fog Score
17.9
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.3
Sprache Readability Score
4.1
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
10
Sprache Difficult Word Count
10
Joe Biden
Let me also remind my colleagues that in the original Violence Against Women Act we took bi-partisan action to end another such insidious "choice." In 1994, we worked out provisions so battered immigrant women -- whose ability to stay in the country was dependent on their husbands -- would not have to chose: stay in America and continue to get beaten or leave their husbands, end the abuse, but have to leave America (perhaps even without their children.) While we had fixed some aspects of this problem in 1994, there remain other aspects of immigration law which leave a woman with just such a horrible, unfair and immoral choice. With Senator Kennedy, we have worked to include in this legislation several of these corrections.
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)
-0.37949
VADER
-0.96
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
40.8
Gunning-Fog Score
17.5
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
31
Sprache Difficult Word Count
32
Joe Biden
I urge my colleagues to support -- and even build upon -- our efforts to put an end to these real problems.
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
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
63.9
Gunning-Fog Score
10
Coleman-Liau Index
8
SMOG Index
9
Automated Readability Index
7.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.9
Sprache Readability Score
3.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
5
Sprache Difficult Word Count
4
Joe Biden
Here, our legislation proposes to continue two long-standing programs -- Resources to serve runaway and homeless youth who are victims of sexual abuse; and The resources provided for Court-Appointed Special Advocates and special child abuse training for court personnel through the Victims of Child Abuse Act (originally co-sponsored by Senator Thurmond and myself in 1990.) The current appropriations for all these programs total about $25 million -- we propose to increase that annual amount by about $10 million.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.3979
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.28571
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.28571
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.54654
VADER
-0.889
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
20
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
35
Sprache Difficult Word Count
31
Joe Biden
Senator Boxer has recognized that one of the leading reasons why women enter hospital emergency rooms is because they were beaten at the hands of a man. So, this bill, includes her proposal to increase the number of health professionals who are trained in the identification, treatment and referral of victims of domestic violence and sexual assault.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.8473
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.25
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.25
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.45199
VADER
-0.919
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
32.5
Gunning-Fog Score
18.4
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
18
Sprache Difficult Word Count
23
Joe Biden
Over the past few years, I have worked with several corporations (including, DuPont, Polaroid, Liz Claiborne, and The Body Shop) who have begun their own workplace initiatives -- everything from 24-hour assistance hotlines for their employees, training to help managers better recognize domestic violence, and even comprehensive employee assistance efforts.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.75
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.75
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.60944
VADER
0.361
Somewhat 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
20
Sprache Difficult Word Count
21
Joe Biden
Helping other companies start or improve -- again, on their own initiative -- such anti-violence efforts is the reason this legislation includes a national workplace clearinghouse on violence against women.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.25131
VADER
0
Neutral
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
7.4
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
11
Sprache Difficult Word Count
12
Joe Biden
The clearinghouse will provide technical assistance and help circulate "best practices" to companies interested in combating violence against women.
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)
0.95551
VADER
0.671
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
5
Gunning-Fog Score
19
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
Joe Biden
Another practical problem out in the field relates to the complex nature of criminal investigations into sexual assault cases. To assist the cops in the field who face these investigations, this legislation calls on the Attorney General to evaluate and recommend standards of training and practice of forensic examinations following sexual assaults.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.56495
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.16667
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.16667
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.31015
VADER
-0.898
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
16.1
Gunning-Fog Score
18.9
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
23
Sprache Difficult Word Count
20
Joe Biden
I want to make clear, this legislation does not allow any Federal dictates -- but only some assistance to those in the field.
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
0.207
Slightly Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
57.6
Gunning-Fog Score
12.4
Coleman-Liau Index
10.7
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.8
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4
Sprache Readability Score
3.8
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
4
Sprache Difficult Word Count
6
Joe Biden
Finally, this legislation continues the authorization for rape prevention and education programs. These programs provide public awareness and education efforts to both teach young women how to protect themselves from rape and attack, as well as to help build their self-esteem.
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
-0.796
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
38.5
Gunning-Fog Score
15.1
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.7
Sprache Readability Score
4.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
15
Sprache Difficult Word Count
15
Joe Biden
Mr. President, I have just offered the most general outline of the contents of the Violence Against Women Act -- Two. I urge my colleagues to review this legislation. I am confident they will find this bill a comprehensive and practical response which will help us meet a goal I believe is shared by every member of this Senate -- making more women safer.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.83333
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.83333
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.03688
VADER
0.741
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
60.1
Gunning-Fog Score
11.4
Coleman-Liau Index
11.1
SMOG Index
11.8
Automated Readability Index
7.8
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.8
Sprache Readability Score
4.3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
16
Sprache Difficult Word Count
22
Arlen Specter
Mr. President, I am pleased to join my colleagues from both sides of the aisle in introducing the Biden-Specter "Violence Against Women Act II" (VAWA II), a bipartisan effort to continue and strengthen the many vital Federal programs which work to combat violence against women. I thank Senator Biden in particular for his leadership in crafting this important legislation.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.2
Leans Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.2
Leans Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.33647
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.4
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.4
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.76214
VADER
-0.128
Leans Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
35.7
Gunning-Fog Score
14
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
27
Sprache Difficult Word Count
23
Arlen Specter
Clearly, violence against women knows no social, economic, or geographic bounds. It affects rich and poor, young and old. Women are assaulted in their homes, on the streets, in the workplace, and on campuses. In 1992, I cosponsored the original "Violence Against Women Act" (VAWA), which amended other anti-violence legislation to include acts of violence against women as crimes. Although it did not pass that year, we worked hard to include this vital legislation in the 1994 omnibus anti-crime legislation. Since enactment of the Violence Against Women Act, as a member of the Appropriations Committee, I have worked to ensure that programs under this law are funded adequately.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.77778
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.77778
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.7346
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.11111
Leans Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.11111
Leans Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.21131
VADER
-0.946
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.2
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
47.5
Gunning-Fog Score
13.2
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
40
Sprache Difficult Word Count
32
Arlen Specter
Domestic violence in particular is an epidemic which VAWA programs seek to address. Within the last year, 3.9 million American women were victims of physical abuse and another 20.7 million were verbally or emotionally abused by their spouse or partner. A recent study found that the medical costs associated with these attacks amount to over $857.3 million. In my State of Pennsylvania, more than 500,000 citizens will be victims of domestic violence each year, and the estimated medical cost exceeds $326 million. In 1995 and 1996, I held hearings in Pennsylvania on the issue of domestic violence and violence against women in general, and have visited battered women's shelters in Pittsburgh and Harrisburg to see first-hand the kind of physical and emotional suffering so many women endure.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.94444
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.26316
Slightly Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.26316
Slightly Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.51083
VADER
-0.987
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
33.7
Gunning-Fog Score
18.7
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
41
Sprache Difficult Word Count
43
Arlen Specter
Within the Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, which I chair, Violence Against Women Act programs received $128.7 million for fiscal year 1998. I have also supported Violence Against Women Act programs funded within the Department of Justice, which totaled $270.7 million for fiscal year 1998.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.25
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.25
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.45199
VADER
-0.542
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
34.3
Gunning-Fog Score
12.4
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
19
Sprache Difficult Word Count
18
Arlen Specter
The Biden-Specter VAWA II legislation extends and expands the vital VAWA programs supported by my Subcommittee. Currently funded at $76.5 million, Shelters for Battered Women and Their Children would double its authorization in four years. The National Domestic Violence Hotline, which has received over 120,000 calls since February 1996, is another successful resource which would receive a substantial increase in its authorization. The VAWA II proposal would authorize an additional $15 million over four years for the Rape Prevention and Education Program, currently at $45 million, and would institute new coordination between the Attorney General and the Secretary of Health and Human Services to administer the CDC Prevention and Intervention Research to Combat Violence Against Women.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.36842
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.36842
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.73089
VADER
-0.612
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
19.2
Gunning-Fog Score
17.9
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
50
Sprache Difficult Word Count
48
Arlen Specter
The Biden-Specter VAWA II legislation also includes provisions to address the issue of violence against women on college campuses across the country. Recognizing the grave importance of battling this problem in a targeted manner, I introduced the "Campus Crime Disclosure Act of 1998" (S. 2100) on May 20, 1998. Sexual assaults throughout the United States, including sexual assaults on campuses, are on the rise. Independent research and studies show that 20 percent of college-aged women will be victims of sexual crimes at some point in their postsecondary academic career. Studies also show that rape remains the most underreported violent crime in America, with approximately one in every six rapes reported to police. The Campus Crime Disclosure Act, tightens existing campus security law to discourage higher educational institutions from the underreporting of offenses covered by the 1990 Campus Security Act.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-3.3673
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.52381
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.52381
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-1.09861
VADER
-0.99
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
32.8
Gunning-Fog Score
16
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
64
Sprache Difficult Word Count
58
Arlen Specter
I have also continuously worked to ensure that women receive the benefit of the Federal investment into public health programs. I helped establish the Public Health Service's Office of Women's Health in 1991, which develops, coordinates, and stimulates women's health programs and activities across all Federal agencies. Funding for this program has increased from $450,000 in fiscal year 1991 to $12.5 million in fiscal year 1998. Even in an era of constrained spending, these expenditures are well worthwhile on this important subject.
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)
1.27297
VADER
0.896
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
46.1
Gunning-Fog Score
14.6
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
30
Sprache Difficult Word Count
31
Arlen Specter
I believe that by the passage of legislation such as the Biden- Specter Violence Against Women Act II, we are on the right track to helping women to combat the incidence of domestic violence, and victimization in general. I urge my colleagues to join in cosponsoring this important legislation, and I urge its swift adoption.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.19722
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.61904
VADER
-0.866
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
31.3
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
18
Sprache Difficult Word Count
17
Patty Murray
Mr. President, when I came to the Senate in 1993, violence against women had reached a crisis point. The epidemic had spread through every community, across every ethnic group, and did not discriminate based on income, or age.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.66667
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.66667
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-1.29928
VADER
-0.832
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
58.2
Gunning-Fog Score
11.4
Coleman-Liau Index
11.6
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
6.8
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.6
Sprache Readability Score
3.3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
12
Sprache Difficult Word Count
14
Patty Murray
In 1994, Congress responded to this crisis. The enactment of the Violence Against Women Act in 1994 established a national strategy for dealing with this crisis. No longer would this kind of violence be tolerated. Congress made violence against women a federal crime and threw the weight of the federal government behind efforts to end this violence.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.70805
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.55556
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.55556
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-1.09861
VADER
-0.96
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.6
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
51.4
Gunning-Fog Score
14.1
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
8.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.5
Sprache Readability Score
3.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
21
Sprache Difficult Word Count
16
Patty Murray
Senator Biden was instrumental in drafting the original VAWA. I am grateful for his efforts in the past and have always appreciated his work on behalf of this issue. I also want to thank Senator Specter for his efforts to funding these important programs. I have worked with him on the Appropriations Committee and have experienced first hand the benefits of having him on my side on an important family violence issue in the 1998 Labor, HHS Appropriations bill.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.81818
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.81818
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.94591
VADER
0.929
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
47.6
Gunning-Fog Score
12.5
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.8
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
25
Sprache Difficult Word Count
24
Patty Murray
Enactment of VAWA in 1994 for me is one of my top legislative accomplishments. I know that we made a difference. I know that providing the resources to help women who are victims of violence seek safety and justice has saved hundreds of lives. I have visited battered women's shelters and talked to many advocates who tell me how important VAWA is. Reauthorization of this historic act must be a priority of this Congress. We can build on the success of VAWA and work to end violence against women.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.33647
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.57143
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.57143
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.18958
VADER
0.758
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.6
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
59.7
Gunning-Fog Score
12.2
Coleman-Liau Index
10.6
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
7.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5
Sprache Readability Score
4.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
24
Sprache Difficult Word Count
25
Patty Murray
I want to thank Senator Biden for working with me to include a prohibition against insurance discrimination in this legislation. I find this practice of discriminating against victims of domestic violence offensive and outrageous. To victimize a woman twice is inexcusable. Insurance policies that deny women health insurance or homeowners insurance simply because they have been victims of domestic violence can no longer be tolerated. To say that a victim of domestic violence engages in high risk behavior similar to a sky diver or race car driver is beyond comprehension. Enactment of VAWA reauthorization legislation will end this practice.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.70805
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.14286
Leans Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.14286
Leans Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.26826
VADER
-0.983
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
25.2
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
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
43
Sprache Difficult Word Count
35
Patty Murray
Believe me, insurance discrimination is a reality. I know of several cases, including one in my own state of Washington, where an insurance company refused to honor its obligation because the loss was the result of a domestic violence situation. There are many more documented cases of discrimination. Insurance companies should be ashamed of this kind of practice. Today we have a means to end it.
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
-0.818
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
42.2
Gunning-Fog Score
15
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
8.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5
Sprache Readability Score
3.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
18
Sprache Difficult Word Count
16
Patty Murray
Enactment of this reauthorization legislation is an important step. But, it is only part of the solution. We must do more. We can help ensure that services are available to protect women and resources to local law enforcement to deal with the epidemic. However, the only real solution to ending domestic violence is economic security and stability for the woman. VAWA offers temporary solutions, but long term solutions require tearing down economic barriers for these women. Work place discrimination, lack of affordable child care, housing shortages, punitive welfare requirements, inability to change a Social Security number are all examples of these barriers.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.66667
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.66667
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.29928
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.66648
VADER
0.43
Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
27.8
Gunning-Fog Score
17.2
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.2
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
37
Sprache Difficult Word Count
37
Patty Murray
Removing the economic barriers for victims of domestic violence is our next great challenge. I have been working with advocates in the State of Washington on legislation that would serve to end the economic sanctions many victims face.
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
-0.511
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
40.6
Gunning-Fog Score
16
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.8
Sprache Readability Score
4.1
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
14
Sprache Difficult Word Count
14
Patty Murray
But, first we do need to ensure the immediate safety of these women and their children. We need to provide resources to law enforcement to protect women and we need to guarantee that the courts treat offenders as violent criminals. The legislation that we will be introducing today accomplishes these goals.
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
0.511
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
48.6
Gunning-Fog Score
15.4
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.6
Sprache Readability Score
4.1
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
12
Sprache Difficult Word Count
17
Patty Murray
This is one piece of legislation that will make a difference.
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
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
5.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
72.6
Gunning-Fog Score
11.7
Coleman-Liau Index
10.9
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
5.5
Dale-Chall Readability Score
2
Sprache Readability Score
2.2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
1
Sprache Difficult Word Count
2
Barbara Boxer
Mr. President, today I call upon my colleagues to support the Violence Against Women Act of 1998 which we introduce today.
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
-0.34
Somewhat Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
63.2
Gunning-Fog Score
8
Coleman-Liau Index
10.8
SMOG Index
10.3
Automated Readability Index
5.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5
Sprache Readability Score
2.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
6
Sprache Difficult Word Count
6
Barbara Boxer
Domestic violence is the number one cause of injury to women in the United States. Every 9 seconds, a woman is physically abused by her husband or boyfriend. 42 percent of all murdered women are killed by current or ex-partners. Approximately 95 percent of the victims of domestic violence are women. More than 3 million children witness acts of domestic violence every year.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.56495
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.75
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.75
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-1.60944
VADER
-0.981
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
52.4
Gunning-Fog Score
12.6
Coleman-Liau Index
11.8
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.3
Sprache Readability Score
3.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
19
Sprache Difficult Word Count
18
Barbara Boxer
In 1994, Congress passed the bipartisan Violence Against Women Act (VAWA). Under VAWA, the Department of Justice awarded over $483 million under to the states for domestic violence programs. The largest portion of the money goes toward "STOP" grants, which bring together police, prosecutors, counselors, shelter providers and other organizations to develop coordinated services for women dealing with domestic violence.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.19722
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.11111
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.11111
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.20067
VADER
-0.849
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
23
Gunning-Fog Score
18
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
26
Sprache Difficult Word Count
25
Barbara Boxer
These funds make a difference in women's lives. My home State of California has received more than $46 million under VAWA, plus an additional $19 million for battered women's shelters and services.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.2
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.2
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.33647
VADER
0
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
53.1
Gunning-Fog Score
12.7
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.7
Sprache Readability Score
3.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
10
Sprache Difficult Word Count
14
Barbara Boxer
With VAWA funds, Los Angeles County increased the number of shelters from 18 in 1994 to 25 shelters today, adding 200 additional shelter beds for women and children. One organization, the 1736 Family Crisis center, opened a new shelter in large part due to VAWA funds. The Valley Oasis shelter in the high dessert expanded its number of beds significantly, again due in large part to VAWA. Throughout California, VAWA helped fund more than 77 domestic violence shelters.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.66667
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.66667
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.43508
VADER
-0.758
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
50.4
Gunning-Fog Score
11.4
Coleman-Liau Index
11.8
SMOG Index
11.8
Automated Readability Index
10.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7
Sprache Readability Score
4.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
30
Sprache Difficult Word Count
23
Barbara Boxer
In California, in fiscal year 1998 alone, VAWA provided: $875,000 to fund domestic violence and children's services such as counseling, shelters, and safety planning; $1.8 million for specialized domestic violence units in local law enforcement agencies; $2.7 million to fund prosecution units that specifically handle domestic violence cases; and $1.2 million for its multi-disciplinary sexual assault response team victim advocate project, which brings together police officers, doctors, nurses, advocates, and counselors to respond to victim's needs within hours of a sexual assault.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.94444
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.06667
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.06667
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.12516
VADER
-0.976
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
40
Sprache Difficult Word Count
37
Barbara Boxer
VAWA funds sheriffs in San Diego, San Francisco and Los Angeles to conduct domestic violence training for thousands of law enforcement officers and for individuals involved in community-oriented policing (the COPS program) throughout the State. This legislation will help continue and expand these and other programs across the country.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.25
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.25
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.45199
VADER
-0.026
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
27.5
Gunning-Fog Score
18
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
9.8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
27
Sprache Difficult Word Count
28
Barbara Boxer
VAWA II includes important improvements. It encourages training for health care providers to help them identify the signs of domestic violence and refer patients to appropriate services. It protects women from the horrors of "date-rape" drugs by placing the drug Rohypnol in Federal Schedule 1 -- the strictest level of federal drug penalties and controls. It improves protections for older women, women with disabilities, and women on college campuses.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.2
Leans Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.2
Leans Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.33647
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.52941
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.52941
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0.802
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
34.8
Gunning-Fog Score
15
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
30
Sprache Difficult Word Count
33
Barbara Boxer
With VAWA II, we are taking the next crucial steps to help keep American women and children safe. I commend NOW Legal Defense and Education Fund for its leadership on this issue, and the many organizations that have fought to protect and to provide services for battered women and their children. I urge my colleagues to support this important legislation.
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)
1.60944
VADER
0.91
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
45.5
Gunning-Fog Score
12
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.5
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.5
Sprache Readability Score
4.8
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
17
Sprache Difficult Word Count
21
Barbara A. Mikulski
Mr. President, I am honored to rise today as an original co-sponsor of the Violence Against Women Act II. I commend Senator Biden for his hard work on this continuing effort to combat violence against women. I believe we are making great progress as a nation to make our streets and our world safer by cracking down on violent crime. This new law represents the continuing Federal effort to deal with these crucial issues. I am encouraged by the bipartisan support for this bill. Protecting the lives of women and children should not be a partisan issue. Both Democrat and Republican members of the United States Senate are taking a solid stand against the disgraceful and cowardly crime of domestic violence.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.63599
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.27273
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.27273
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.53408
VADER
-0.511
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
55.4
Gunning-Fog Score
10.7
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
8.5
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
42
Sprache Difficult Word Count
46
Barbara A. Mikulski
Mr. President, I strongly support this important legislation for three reasons. First, this bill continues the fight for a safer world by providing new and continuing grants to improve the criminal justice system's protections for women and children. Second, it provides important training for those involved in the response to citizens abused by domestic violence. Third it expands and strengthens the services available to victims of violence.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.42857
Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.42857
Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.78846
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.65925
VADER
-0.202
Slightly Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.6
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
43
Gunning-Fog Score
14.9
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.3
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.8
Sprache Readability Score
4.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
26
Sprache Difficult Word Count
29
Barbara A. Mikulski
The Violence Against Women Act II is a big step forward in the effort to keep women, children and communities safe. One of the most critical components of this bill is the reauthorization of the STOP Grant funds for vital programs in our states. This allows the states to obtain the money they need to create and mobilize effective strategies against violence. In my state of Maryland, the Lieutenant Governor and Attorney General of Maryland created the Family Violence Council to find ways to reduce and prevent family violence. With the STOP Grant funds Maryland received through the 1994 Violence Against Crime Act, the Council has been able to effectively assist a statewide initiative against crime. This money has been used to help Maryland develop policies and procedures against domestic violence. It has been used to ensure the development of the best possible laws to protect victims and hold abusers accountable. We have coordinated community programs that protect victims. We have made efforts to break the cycle of violence between generations. And we have stood together as citizens of Maryland and said that violence against women is something we cannot and will not tolerate.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.8
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.8
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.00148
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.24324
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.24324
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.48285
VADER
-0.979
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
42.8
Gunning-Fog Score
14.2
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
62
Sprache Difficult Word Count
53
Barbara A. Mikulski
Second, this legislation provides the authorization for money to train people to respond to domestic abuse. It amends the STOP and Pro- Arrest grants and makes states and local courts specifically eligible for funding. These are the same programs that brought police and prosecutors into the loop of personnel who combat violence toward women. The bill we are introducing today takes the next vital step. It expressly targets funds to the courts and helps engage them in the fight against domestic violence. By educating judicial staff and officers of the court about the special issues raised by violence against women, we completed the circle of people who must work in partnerships to end these crimes. Judges and officers are often the first people a victim will meet in the criminal system when seeking legal intervention. The judicial staff are the ones who can set the stage for whether or not a victim will proceed with her claim. This legislation ensures that all personnel in the criminal justice system are educated and trained to handle cases of domestic violence. This ensures that the proper support, services and protection are available to those who need it most.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-3.29584
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.16667
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.16667
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.32721
VADER
-0.972
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.2
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
49.5
Gunning-Fog Score
14.2
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.8
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.1
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
64
Sprache Difficult Word Count
60
Barbara A. Mikulski
Finally, I support this bill because of the services it provides for the victims of these destructive crimes. In 1992, we witnessed a national travesty. In 1992 the National Domestic Violence Hotline went out of business. Not because there was no domestic violence. At that time, the hotline averaged 7.5 calls an hour, 180 calls a day and 65,520 calls a year. The hotline went out of business because it had no funding. That means lives were lost because our citizens had an emergency hotline number that no longer worked. That means more children were beaten and murdered every day who might have been able to get the help they needed. That means the federal government was not meeting its duty to stop the deadly cycle of violent crime.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.94444
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.52941
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.52941
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-1.09861
VADER
-0.991
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
6.7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
72.4
Gunning-Fog Score
9.8
Coleman-Liau Index
10.4
SMOG Index
11.1
Automated Readability Index
6.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
32
Sprache Difficult Word Count
32
Barbara A. Mikulski
We cannot and must not allow this to happen again. That is why in 1994 we included a new provision in the law to authorize grants to revive the national hotline. That is why today we are now increasing and extending authorizations to meet the growing demands on the Hotline. Today any woman or child with access to a telephone can dial 1-800-799-SAFE and get the help they urgently need from a qualified and informed professional.
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)
1.43508
VADER
0.753
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.6
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
61.5
Gunning-Fog Score
13.5
Coleman-Liau Index
9.3
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
8.5
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.8
Sprache Readability Score
4.8
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
19
Sprache Difficult Word Count
21
Barbara A. Mikulski
Domestic violence in this country was ignored for far too long before we passed the first Violence Against Women Act. Annually, at least 2 million children and 2 to 4 million women are abused by the people closest to them. These statistics truly send home a very strong message: The most vulnerable members of our society have historically not been served by our government. These alarming crime rates resound loudly and should be heard by every legislator elected to Congress.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.56495
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.55556
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.55556
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-1.09861
VADER
-0.926
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
49.1
Gunning-Fog Score
15
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.5
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
20
Sprache Difficult Word Count
25
Barbara A. Mikulski
We must remain keenly aware of the fact that four women a day are killed at the hands of their batterer. That fifty-seven percent of children under 12 who are murdered are killed by a parent. That every fifteen seconds a woman is beaten by her husband or boyfriend. The Violence Against Women Act II will continue the effort to combat this violence toward women. The time is now to act and to continue our fight. No woman should live in fear that any person will get away with hurting her or her children. I have stated in the past that if you intend to harm a woman that you better stay out of my state of Maryland. I strongly encourage every single member of the Senate to not only vote for, but to actively support this crucial legislation.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.33647
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.14286
Leans Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.14286
Leans Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.26826
VADER
-0.807
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
66.4
Gunning-Fog Score
9.6
Coleman-Liau Index
9.1
SMOG Index
10
Automated Readability Index
7.3
Dale-Chall Readability Score
3.6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
24
Sprache Difficult Word Count
31
Paul Wellstone
Mr. President, I rise today as a proud co- sponsor of this Violence Against Women Act. I was a co-sponsor of the original Violence Against Women Act of 1994 and will work hard to see this Violence Against Women Act pass as well. As you well know my wife Sheila and I do a lot of work trying to reduce violence in homes. That is a big priority for us. And the passage of the 1994 Violence Against Women Act was a first big step and an historical occasion.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.3979
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.36772
VADER
-0.727
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
6.6
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
74.1
Gunning-Fog Score
8.2
Coleman-Liau Index
7
SMOG Index
10.3
Automated Readability Index
4.3
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.4
Sprache Readability Score
3.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
21
Sprache Difficult Word Count
15
Paul Wellstone
It was the culmination of over twenty-five years of hard work by local and national organizations. It was an acknowledgment that this kind of violence within families is everybody's business. It was the public recognition that for all too many women the home, rather than being a safe place is a very dangerous place. And finally it sent a clear message that violence against women was a crime that would not be tolerated. It sent a clear message that we as a nation were committed to ending violence against women. At that time we thought we were introducing a comprehensive bill to end violence against women. We have learned a great deal since the passage of the first Act and with that knowledge we know we can and must do better. We have also learned that violence against women is multi-faceted problem that must be addressed in many ways. While the first Act provided important funding to improve services to abused women and improve the criminal justice system, the statistics show we must do more. In my own state of Minnesota, at least 17 women were killed in 1997 by their intimate partners. In that same year, over 4,000 women and over 5,000 children used domestic violence shelters in my state. I am sure that the provisions provided in VAWA allowed so many women to be served. I am sure that the provision in WAVA allowed law enforcement, in my state and across the country, to better address cases of domestic abuse. But now we must broaden our approach to this critical problem.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.47368
Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.47368
Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.9694
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.22449
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.22449
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.44731
VADER
-0.967
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
59.8
Gunning-Fog Score
13
Coleman-Liau Index
10.5
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.2
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.3
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
56
Sprache Difficult Word Count
63
Paul Wellstone
And so today we introduce the Violence Against Women Act II. This legislation not only reauthorizes and improves the initial commitment set forth in VAWA, but also addresses the impact of violence against women in areas of child visitation, sexual assault prevention, insurance discrimination, as well as violence in the workplace and on campuses. The initiatives in this bill, as I'm sure my colleague Joe Biden will attest, were developed as part of a collaborative effort with researchers, advocates and service providers alike. Seeing the problems that victims face on a daily basis, they have helped us to develop legislation that will assist women who have been victims of violence.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.63636
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.63636
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.335
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.06667
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.06667
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.12516
VADER
-0.983
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
28.2
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
42
Sprache Difficult Word Count
43
Paul Wellstone
I have worked hard at addressing the severe economic consequences of domestic abuse on working women and am proud to say that VAWA II includes provisions to ensure access to family and medical leave coverage. With the passage of this Act women will be allowed to be absent from work so that they can deal with the domestic violence in their lives. Under this legislation victims of abuse could use family and medical leave to attend court hearings and go to appointments with health care providers. In addition this legislation specifies that unemployment compensation should be provided if employment is terminated due to domestic abuse. If a woman loses her job because of the abuse she is experiencing in her home then she will be assured access to unemployment compensation. In other words, this legislation addresses the fact that the cycle of violence will not be interrupted unless victims of abuse are assured of economic security and independence.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.75
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.75
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.75786
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.27273
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.27273
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.54232
VADER
-0.982
Very Negative
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
6.6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
53
Sprache Difficult Word Count
47
Paul Wellstone
Another facet of domestic violence that has been recognized since the passage of the 1994 Violence Against Women Act is the discrimination that victims of abuse face. I have worked hard at ending discrimination by insurance companies against victims of abuse and am proud to be able to say that this issue is well addressed in VAWA II. After years of work by advocates, encouraging women to come forward and report their abuse, we now find that they are being discriminated against based on their status as victims of that abuse. We all know that denying women access to insurance they need to foster their mobility out of an abusive situation must be stopped. Under this legislation insurance companies could no longer discriminate against victims of abuse in any line of insurance.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.85714
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.85714
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.19722
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.18182
Leans Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.18182
Leans Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.3514
VADER
-0.991
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
39
Gunning-Fog Score
16.3
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
40
Sprache Difficult Word Count
33
Paul Wellstone
And finally, I would just like to mention the provision to provide safe havens for children. It is time we address the danger that children and victims of abuse are subjected to during visitation sessions with former partners. Let us stop further violence from occurring by providing safe centers for children who are members of families in which violence is a problem. These centers will provide a safe environment in which children can visit with their parents without risk of being exposed to violence in the context of their family relationships. These centers will also save the lives of mothers by providing secure and supervised environments where they can drop off their children to visit with their abusers. Stopping the cycle of violence means providing safe places for women and children inside and outside the home.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-3.3673
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.03704
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.03704
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.07146
VADER
-0.963
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
46.4
Gunning-Fog Score
15.2
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
32
Sprache Difficult Word Count
31
Paul Wellstone
While we worked hard in the first Violence Against Women Act to make streets and homes safer for women by investing in law enforcement initiatives, we have learned that a woman's safety is dependent on her ability to achieve economic as well as physical security. The measures that I have mentioned are only some of the pieces that show the comprehensive nature of this bill. It is a reflection of what we have learned and the acknowledgment that we can and must do better. The Violence Against Women Act II is an impressive piece of legislation that deserves serious attention in this Congress. I look forward to the hearings and debates on this bill and look forward to working on and seeing it pass.
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)
1.05315
VADER
0.827
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
51.4
Gunning-Fog Score
15.4
Coleman-Liau Index
11.4
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
28
Sprache Difficult Word Count
35
Gordon Smith
Mr. SMITH of Oregon. Mr. President, today I am introducing legislation to establish the conditions under which certain Federal agencies may enter into a memorandum of agreement with non-federal entities concerning management of the Columbia River and Snake River Basin in the States of Idaho, Montana, Oregon, and Washington.
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
0.649
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
26.6
Gunning-Fog Score
13.8
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.2
Sprache Readability Score
4.1
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
24
Sprache Difficult Word Count
23
Gordon Smith
This bill is not an endorsement of the draft Three Sovereigns agreement, but arises from ongoing concerns I have about the proposal. The livelihoods of many Northwest residents are at stake in upcoming decisions about Columbia River operations, and they deserve a voice in this process.
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
0.504
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
36.4
Gunning-Fog Score
17
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
16
Sprache Difficult Word Count
19
Gordon Smith
The bill formalizes public input to federal agencies involved in the proposed "Three Sovereigns" agreement, or any similar agreement, by creating an advisory committee representing: local governments; customers of the Bonneville Power Administration; upstream ports; fishing interests; shippers; irrigators; environmentalists; forest land owners and grazers. This committee will advise the federal agencies on matters to be addressed under the agreement, including the economic and social impacts of any proposed recommendations.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.8
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.8
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.84583
VADER
0.917
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
37
Sprache Difficult Word Count
37
Gordon Smith
Currently, two significantly different drafts of a "Memorandum of Agreement for Three Sovereigns' Governance of the Columbia River Basin Ecosystem" are out for public comment. However, the public comment process was so ill-defined initially that I had to write one of the chief proponents of the agreement to request that this process be better defined. Further, it has been reported to me that at the public meeting held in Pendleton, Oregon, on the draft agreement, there was no clerk reporter to record people's comments in detail. This has not given those who depend on the river system much confidence in their ability to provide input into any forum established under a Three Sovereigns' agreement.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.8473
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.69231
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.69231
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.52606
VADER
0.959
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
32
Gunning-Fog Score
16
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
39
Gordon Smith
Developing a successful regional solution to management of the Columbia/Snake River system will involve a broad range of stakeholders. While not a perfect model, the 1994 Bay-Delta Accord in California has been successful, in large part, because the water users and environmental groups were parties to the Accord. The bill would not, however, require changes in the draft memorandum of agreement itself, or impose conditions on the states or the tribes. But it is appropriate for the Congress to establish certain conditions for federal participation in any such agreement.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.69231
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.69231
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.52606
VADER
0.953
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
34.1
Gunning-Fog Score
16.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
33
Sprache Difficult Word Count
35
Gordon Smith
In addition to establishing this advisory committee, the bill requires each federal agency that is a signatory to the Three Sovereigns' agreement to publish and make available to the public, including over the Internet, all scientific data used to formulate recommendations and all methodologies used to prepare cost-benefit analyses.
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
0.494
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
9.1
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
21
Sprache Difficult Word Count
25
Gordon Smith
The bill also provides a mechanism to resolve disputes among federal agencies involved in the Three Sovereigns' agreement. The Director of the Office of Management and Budget will designate an official who, at the request of a non-federal party to the agreement, will have the authority to reconcile differences between the federal agencies on any issue before the Three Sovereigns. In this manner, the non-federal signatories are not caught between differing federal agencies.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.38462
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.38462
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.74721
VADER
0.872
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
24.7
Gunning-Fog Score
19
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
31
Sprache Difficult Word Count
26
Gordon Smith
The Three Sovereigns' agreement, if signed, would establish a process that is very similar to the statutory obligations of the Northwest Power Planning Council with respect to fish and wildlife recommendations. Therefore, the bill requires the Council to report to the Congress annually on how the recommendations on fish and wildlife activities under any agreement would be coordinated and reconciled with the Council's statutory responsibilities.
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)
2.83321
VADER
0.859
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
9.9
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
28
Sprache Difficult Word Count
26
Gordon Smith
Finally, to enhance budget coordination among federal agencies regardless of whether an agreement is entered into, the bill requires that the President's annual budget proposal include a cross-cut budget showing proposed spending for activities in the basin by the federal agencies.
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
0.494
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
24
Sprache Difficult Word Count
22
Gordon Smith
I urge my colleagues to support this legislation, and to support stakeholder involvement in the development of a regional solution to Columbia and Snake River issues.
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
0.772
Very 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
8.6
Sprache Readability Score
4.8
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
12
Sprache Difficult Word Count
12
Gordon Smith
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