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Senate Floor: STATEMENTS ON INTRODUCED BILLS AND JOINT RESOLUTIONS
Topics
Entities
Moderation
18 Speakers
Topics
No topics found
Entities
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Moderation
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Speakers
Joseph Lieberman Joseph Lieberman said 116 sentences of a total of 812 sentences.
15%
Joseph Lieberman said 2607 words of a total of 16457 words.
16%
Lincoln Chafee Lincoln Chafee said 118 sentences of a total of 812 sentences.
15%
Lincoln Chafee said 2177 words of a total of 16457 words.
14%
Joe Biden Joe Biden said 82 sentences of a total of 812 sentences.
11%
Joe Biden said 1555 words of a total of 16457 words.
10%
John D. Rockefeller, IV John D. Rockefeller, IV said 67 sentences of a total of 812 sentences.
9%
John D. Rockefeller, IV said 1309 words of a total of 16457 words.
8%
John McCain John McCain said 63 sentences of a total of 812 sentences.
8%
John McCain said 1081 words of a total of 16457 words.
7%
Pete Domenici Pete Domenici said 39 sentences of a total of 812 sentences.
5%
Pete Domenici said 1012 words of a total of 16457 words.
7%
Daniel Moynihan Daniel Moynihan said 57 sentences of a total of 812 sentences.
8%
Daniel Moynihan said 983 words of a total of 16457 words.
6%
Chuck Hagel Chuck Hagel said 43 sentences of a total of 812 sentences.
6%
Chuck Hagel said 974 words of a total of 16457 words.
6%
Ted Kennedy Ted Kennedy said 38 sentences of a total of 812 sentences.
5%
Ted Kennedy said 706 words of a total of 16457 words.
5%
Chuck Grassley Chuck Grassley said 32 sentences of a total of 812 sentences.
4%
Chuck Grassley said 694 words of a total of 16457 words.
5%
Ben Nighthorse Campbell Ben Nighthorse Campbell said 23 sentences of a total of 812 sentences.
3%
Ben Nighthorse Campbell said 632 words of a total of 16457 words.
4%
Arlen Specter Arlen Specter said 24 sentences of a total of 812 sentences.
3%
Arlen Specter said 581 words of a total of 16457 words.
4%
Thad Cochran Thad Cochran said 29 sentences of a total of 812 sentences.
4%
Thad Cochran said 575 words of a total of 16457 words.
4%
John Breaux John Breaux said 23 sentences of a total of 812 sentences.
3%
John Breaux said 514 words of a total of 16457 words.
4%
Rick Santorum Rick Santorum said 21 sentences of a total of 812 sentences.
3%
Rick Santorum said 426 words of a total of 16457 words.
3%
Bob Graham Bob Graham said 18 sentences of a total of 812 sentences.
3%
Bob Graham said 322 words of a total of 16457 words.
2%
Patrick Leahy Patrick Leahy said 11 sentences of a total of 812 sentences.
2%
Patrick Leahy said 272 words of a total of 16457 words.
2%
The Presiding Officer The Presiding Officer said 8 sentences of a total of 812 sentences.
1%
The Presiding Officer said 37 words of a total of 16457 words.
1%
Full Transcript
John McCain
Mr. President, I rise to introduce a bill to extend the commercial space launch indemnification.
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
0.178
Leans Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0231816783
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0101461635
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0010969222
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0007001293
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0003478056
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0003292678
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.000292752
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0002150573
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
6.06154E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
4.34617E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
5.913E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Transportation
Score:
64.386
Magnitude:
15
Code:
10
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#10
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
7.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
52.6
Gunning-Fog Score
11
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
10.3
Automated Readability Index
7.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.7
Sprache Readability Score
2.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
7
Sprache Difficult Word Count
10
John McCain
As a result of the discussions over the last year on the alleged China technology transfer situation, the need to ensure that the United States launch companies maintain a competitive position in the International launch market has never been greater. One of the more important features of the Commercial Space Launch Act ("CSLA") to the commercial industry is the comprehensive risk allocation provisions. The provisions are comprised of: (1) cross-waivers of liability among launch participants; (2) a demonstration of financial responsibility; and (3) a commitment (subject to appropriations) by the U.S. Government to pay successful third party claims above $500 million.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.41176
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.41176
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.82098
VADER
0.932
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0314604666
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0144803838
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0030463914
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0026799422
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.000463252
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0003735406
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0002521708
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
5.83105E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
3.00602E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.90712E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
2.62753E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Transportation
Score:
35.815
Magnitude:
98
Code:
10
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#10
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
33.2
Gunning-Fog Score
17.6
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
39
Sprache Difficult Word Count
40
John McCain
Since its establishment, this three-pronged approach has been extremely attractive to the customers, contractors, and subcontractors of the U.S. launch licensee and to the contractors and subcontractors of its customers, as they are all participants in and beneficiaries of CSLA. As such, it has enabled the U.S. launch services industry to compete effectively with its foreign counterparts who offer similar coverage.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.63636
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.63636
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.335
VADER
0.834
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.1082661096
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0295941602
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0144146412
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.00860781
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.006708732
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0053782263
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0018788101
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0004661481
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.8325E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
1.2051E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.786E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Domestic Commerce
Score:
95.569
Magnitude:
63
Code:
15
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#15
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
44
Gunning-Fog Score
16.1
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.2
Sprache Readability Score
3.8
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
23
Sprache Difficult Word Count
22
John McCain
This ability to compete effectively will be threatened on December 31, 1999. At that time, the most important element of the CSLA insurance section, the U.S. Government payment of claims provision, is scheduled to sunset. Without this provision, the advances in market share that this burgeoning U.S. industry has made -- an industry that is critical to U.S. national security, foreign policy and economic interests -- will be lost.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.58779
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.42857
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.42857
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.8473
VADER
0.644
Very Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.488312263
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0780073751
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0756294467
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0082178856
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0032932858
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0031876061
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0018221181
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0015225036
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
5.79257E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
3.4793E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
5.601E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Domestic Commerce
Score:
96.957
Magnitude:
70
Code:
15
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#15
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
7.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
55.1
Gunning-Fog Score
12.8
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
5.3
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.8
Sprache Readability Score
3.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
24
Sprache Difficult Word Count
26
John McCain
The indemnification has been extended previously for a period of 5 years. This bill extends the authorization for this indemnification for an additional 10 years. With this length of extension, companies will be able to finalize strategic plans in a more stable environment.
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
0.452
Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.2795571461
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.173159386
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0775062945
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0158842668
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0150114822
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0054772303
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0038888029
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0022390082
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.9671E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
1.34901E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.16128E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
92.462
Magnitude:
41
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
34.9
Gunning-Fog Score
16.9
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.1
Sprache Readability Score
3.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
12
Sprache Difficult Word Count
14
John McCain
Therefore, I, along with my cosponsors, urge the Members of this body to support this bill and to provide the needed legislation which will allow this key industry continuous operation in a safe and responsible manner.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.77778
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.77778
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.7346
VADER
0.832
Very Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.1782572945
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0648770132
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0560189132
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0098961638
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0061832419
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0015090314
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0010580243
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.000717501
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.15879E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
1.76573E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
3.255E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Domestic Commerce
Score:
96.237
Magnitude:
36
Code:
15
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#15
Source:
Comparative Agendas
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
7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
12
Sprache Difficult Word Count
16
Ben Nighthorse Campbell
Mr. President, today I address an issue that is of vital importance to the national security of our country and the stability of the Middle East. While Iran's development of nuclear technologies has been a growing concern for the last few years, recent developments demand a response to this serious situation.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.66667
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.66667
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.29928
VADER
0.743
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0034478544
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0033057117
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0018970593
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0002271869
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0001004133
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
1.89905E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
6.7366E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
4.796E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.6197E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.5506E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.842E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
International Affairs
Score:
86.532
Magnitude:
61
Code:
19
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#19
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
40.3
Gunning-Fog Score
14.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.5
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.3
Sprache Readability Score
4.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
21
Sprache Difficult Word Count
21
Ben Nighthorse Campbell
Last November, Iran signed an accord with Russia to speed up completion of the Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant, calling for an expansion of the current design and construction of the $800 million, 1,000 megawatt light-water reactor in southern Iran. Despite serious United States objections and concerns about the project, Russia maintains its longstanding support for the project and the development of Iran's nuclear program. Though Russian and Iranian governments insist that the reactor will be used for civilian energy purposes, the United States national security community believes that the project is too easy a cover for Iran to obtain vital Russian nuclear weapons technology. Israeli Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu condemned the Iranian-Russian nuclear cooperation accord as a threat to the entire region, stating:
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.25
Slightly Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.25
Slightly Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.45199
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.68421
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.68421
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.5506
VADER
0.536
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0006081101
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0002437048
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0001571594
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
8.77474E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
1.8312E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
1.48394E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
1.25841E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
1.3188E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
6.068E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
4.854E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
4.51E-8
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
18.4
Gunning-Fog Score
18.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
9.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
63
Sprache Difficult Word Count
58
Ben Nighthorse Campbell
On January 13 of this year, the administration underscored the gravity of this situation and imposed economic sanctions against three Russian institutes for supplying Iran with nuclear technology. But, I believe more needs to be done.
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
-0.077
Neutral
Moderation
Harassment
0.008734635
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0031160369
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0007128557
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.000531774
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0002411236
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
7.87769E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
3.45069E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.00313E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
5.9621E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
4.545E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.9147E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Environment
Score:
80.98
Magnitude:
81
Code:
7
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#7
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
31.1
Gunning-Fog Score
17.2
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7
Sprache Readability Score
4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
14
Sprache Difficult Word Count
14
Ben Nighthorse Campbell
While the Khatami government in Iran has made some reform efforts since it was elected in 1997, Iran continues to oppose the Middle East peace process, has broadened its efforts to increase its weapons of mass destruction, and remains subject to the influences of its hard- line defense establishment. As reports of Iran's human rights violations continue, State Department reports on international terrorism indicate Iran's continued assistance to terrorist forces such as Hamas, Hizballah, and the Palestinian Islamic Jihad. This clear and consistent record of behavior seriously calls to question Iran's active pursuit to enhance its nuclear facilities.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.77778
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.77778
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.7346
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.3
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.3
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.58779
VADER
-0.896
Very Negative
Moderation
Harassment
0.1540311845
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0399676705
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.02811827
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0108640103
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0032957396
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0010710259
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0008787296
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0006134333
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0001023849
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001014834
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
3.57747E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Agriculture
Score:
88.663
Magnitude:
72
Code:
4
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#4
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
15.7
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
43
Sprache Difficult Word Count
49
Ben Nighthorse Campbell
Though Iran's efforts to acquire weapons of mass destruction have been a growing global concern for several years, international fears were confirmed when in July of last year, Iran demonstrated the strength of its offensive muscle by test-firing its latest Shahab-3 missle. Capable of propelling a 2,200-pound warhead for a range of 800 miles, this missile now allows Iran to pose a significant threat to our allies in the Middle East.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.66667
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.66667
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.29928
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.25
Slightly Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.25
Slightly Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.45199
VADER
-0.818
Very Negative
Moderation
Harassment
0.6860362366
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.4213474691
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.1095616375
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0496314256
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0094412906
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0010681086
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0005128351
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0002042623
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
8.74915E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
4.84145E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
1.64389E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Environment
Score:
67.778
Magnitude:
84
Code:
7
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#7
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
42.4
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
11.5
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
29
Sprache Difficult Word Count
34
Ben Nighthorse Campbell
The potential results of Iran's successful development of effective nuclear technologies hold horrific implications for the stability of the Middle East. As an original cosponsor of the Iran Missile Proliferation Sanctions Act of 1997, and signatory of two letters in the 105th Congress to the administration to raise this issue with the Russian leadership, I believe the Senate must continue the effort in light of this growing threat.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.58779
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.25
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.25
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.45199
VADER
0.586
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0319182582
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.023275608
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0188059756
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0050957624
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0012102431
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.000771056
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
8.69317E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
5.66487E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
4.16634E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
1.40687E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.6361E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Agriculture
Score:
56.238
Magnitude:
46
Code:
4
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#4
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Environment
Score:
32.64
Magnitude:
46
Code:
7
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#7
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
19.3
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
29
Sprache Difficult Word Count
29
Ben Nighthorse Campbell
Today I am joined by Senator Sessions in introducing the Iran Nuclear Proliferation Prevention Act of 1999 as a means to hinder the development of Iran's nuclear weapons program. The House version of this legislation is also being introduced today by Congressman Menendez of New Jersey. This bill requires the withholding of proportional voluntary United States assistance to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) for programs and projects supported by the Agency in Iran. This legislation specifically aims to limit the Agency's assistance of the Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.25
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.25
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.45199
VADER
0.511
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0344612112
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0322564709
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0145437996
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0005362627
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0003231783
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
4.58148E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
3.97001E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.5702E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.42892E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
8.7625E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
8.154E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Environment
Score:
79.809
Magnitude:
82
Code:
7
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#7
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
17.9
Gunning-Fog Score
14.7
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
42
Sprache Difficult Word Count
41
Ben Nighthorse Campbell
Last October, this legislation was passed in the House by a recorded vote of 405 to 13, but was not considered by the Senate before the adjournment of the 105th Congress. In the interest of United States national security and for that of our allies, it is vital we ensure that United States funds are not promoting the development of Iran's nuclear capabilities.
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
0.964
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.1643008785
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0482030475
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.048009216
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0082130122
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0057620651
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0037139853
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0016926482
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0005255125
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.000257859
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
7.03603E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
6.25304E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Environment
Score:
84.617
Magnitude:
84
Code:
7
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#7
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
40.6
Gunning-Fog Score
18.9
Coleman-Liau Index
10.9
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.3
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
23
Sprache Difficult Word Count
24
Ben Nighthorse Campbell
I ask unanimous consent that the bill be printed in the Record following my remarks and I urge my colleagues to support passage of this bill.
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
0.557
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.2835929859
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0942488434
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0209164893
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0041335596
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0032467779
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0002579436
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0001575723
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
3.99947E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
2.35864E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.0208E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
1.63759E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Environment
Score:
63.826
Magnitude:
64
Code:
7
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#7
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Agriculture
Score:
26.024
Magnitude:
64
Code:
4
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#4
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
50.3
Gunning-Fog Score
15
Coleman-Liau Index
10.2
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.1
Sprache Readability Score
4.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
8
Sprache Difficult Word Count
11
Lincoln Chafee
Mr. President, I rise today to introduce legislation to protect our nation's estuaries -- the Estuary Habitat Restoration Partnership Act of 1999. I am pleased to introduce this bill with Senator Breaux and so many other distinguished members of the Senate. I am particularly pleased that there is strong bipartisan support among the 16 cosponsors of this bill. Such support underscores the importance of estuaries to our economy and to our environment.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.94444
VADER
0.958
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
1.6685830429
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.2469710307
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0137588228
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0081297381
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0018722834
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0006893118
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
5.83909E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
4.4929E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
3.3499E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
1.84723E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.76253E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
97.001
Magnitude:
199
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
38.7
Gunning-Fog Score
13
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.7
Sprache Readability Score
4.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
27
Sprache Difficult Word Count
25
Lincoln Chafee
To understand the importance of this bill, we must first understand exactly what estuaries are and why they are so significant. Estuaries are the bays, lagoons, and inlets created when rivers and oceans meet, mixing fresh and salt water, creating one of our most economically and environmentally valuable natural resources. They support diverse habitats -- from shellfish beds to beaches to sea grass meadows. Estuaries are a crucial component of unique and fragile ecosystems that support marine mammals, birds, and wildlife.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.76471
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.76471
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.82455
VADER
0.952
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.8357271552
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0796850363
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0223195355
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0115483665
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0011914848
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
9.71537E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
2.39009E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.36109E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.7407E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.11022E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
5.3841E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Domestic Commerce
Score:
86.735
Magnitude:
192
Code:
15
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#15
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
34.3
Gunning-Fog Score
16.5
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
29
Sprache Difficult Word Count
32
Lincoln Chafee
There are many commercial and recreational uses that depend upon estuaries, making them integral to our economy as well. Coastal waters generate $54 billion in goods and services annually. The fish and shellfish industries alone contribute $83 million per year to the nation's economy. Estuaries are vital to more than 75 percent of marine fisheries in the United States, making those regions important centers for commercial and sport fishing, while supporting business and creating jobs.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.84615
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.84615
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.12026
VADER
0.875
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.9374638088
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0683683145
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0039782302
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0035843452
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0009781224
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0007798712
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0004717032
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0004578074
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0002609966
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
1.58573E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
5.3461E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Transportation
Score:
53.625
Magnitude:
106
Code:
10
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#10
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
35.5
Gunning-Fog Score
17.1
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
27
Sprache Difficult Word Count
31
Lincoln Chafee
The great natural beauty of estuaries coupled with the sporting, fishing, and other outdoor recreational activities they provide make coastal regions important areas for tourism. People come to hike, swim, boat, and enjoy nature in the 44,000 square miles of outdoor public recreation areas along our coasts. In fact, 180 million Americans visit our nation's coasts each year. That is almost 70 percent of the entire U.S. population. The large number of visitors has a strong economic impact. Coastal recreation and tourism generate $8 to $12 billion annually.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
3.49651
VADER
0.958
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0877546379
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0076075703
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0075097807
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0031104999
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0009187302
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
6.12444E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
5.37186E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
5.25937E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
1.62888E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.10896E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
3.3255E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Transportation
Score:
85.269
Magnitude:
84
Code:
10
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#10
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.6
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
53.5
Gunning-Fog Score
11.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
11.6
Automated Readability Index
7.3
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.6
Sprache Readability Score
4.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
29
Sprache Difficult Word Count
33
Lincoln Chafee
Estuaries are home to countless species unique to these ecosystems, including many that are threatened or endangered. From birds such as the bald eagle, to shellfish such as the American Oyster, to vegetation such as eelgrass -- an amazing variety of wildlife relies upon those areas.
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
0.202
Slightly Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.2828271594
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.048993557
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0025702973
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0003923339
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0002110072
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0001128259
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
5.18614E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
2.07264E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
7.6891E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.9834E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
6.5E-8
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
35.07
Magnitude:
97
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Health
Score:
21.145
Magnitude:
97
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
33.6
Gunning-Fog Score
15.2
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
19
Sprache Difficult Word Count
20
Lincoln Chafee
It's not only plants and animals that make their homes near estuaries. People are moving to these areas at a rapid rate. While coastal counties account for 11 percent of the land area of the continental U.S., at least half of all Americans call coastal and estuarine regions home. Coastal counties are growing at three times the rate of non-coastal counties. It is estimated that 100 million people live in such areas now, and by 2010 that number is expected to jump to 127 million.
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
0.25
Slightly Positive
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.0462877477
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0386043539
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0046242349
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0009451222
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0007006704
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0002994407
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.000149377
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001349934
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
6.51835E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
7.1871E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.3962E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Domestic Commerce
Score:
77.359
Magnitude:
47
Code:
15
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#15
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
6.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
71.7
Gunning-Fog Score
8.6
Coleman-Liau Index
9.6
SMOG Index
9.7
Automated Readability Index
5.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
3.9
Sprache Readability Score
3.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
18
Sprache Difficult Word Count
18
Lincoln Chafee
Unfortunately, because so many of us enjoy living, working, and playing near estuaries, we have stressed the once-abundant resources of many of these water bodies. Population growth has been difficult to manage in a manner that protects estuaries. Housing developments, roads, and shopping centers have moved into areas crucial to the preservation of estuaries. They have also placed a more concentrated burden on estuaries from pollution caused by infrastructure required by greater number of people: more sewers, cars, and paved roads, among other things.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.14286
Leans Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.14286
Leans Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.25131
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.27273
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.27273
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.51083
VADER
0.301
Somewhat Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.198211032
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0724995742
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.015571322
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.005719894
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0007967412
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0001340349
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001094189
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.37188E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
1.19936E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
4.3995E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.7373E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
96.197
Magnitude:
67
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
34
Gunning-Fog Score
14.6
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
32
Sprache Difficult Word Count
33
Lincoln Chafee
The result of this population growth is painfully evident. Estuary habitats across the nation are vanishing. Almost three-quarters of the original salt marshes in the Puget Sound have been destroyed. Ninety- five percent of the original wetlands in the San Francisco Bay are gone. Louisiana estuaries are losing 25,000 areas of coastal marshes each year. That's an area about the size of Washington, D.C.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.25131
VADER
-0.681
Very Negative
Moderation
Violence
0.7394718006
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0996360905
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0258218526
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0025419164
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0007147617
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0002605336
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
7.76523E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
4.65434E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
3.87335E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.95594E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.5603E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Government Operations
Score:
70.696
Magnitude:
31
Code:
20
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#20
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
54.4
Gunning-Fog Score
10.4
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
11
Automated Readability Index
6.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.8
Sprache Readability Score
3.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
27
Sprache Difficult Word Count
26
Lincoln Chafee
Those habitats that remain are beleaguered by problems and signs of distress can be seen in virtually every estuary. The 1996 National Water Quality inventory reported that nearly 40 percent of the nation's surveyed estuarine waters are too polluted for basic uses, such as fishing and swimming. Falling finfish and shellfish stocks due to over- harvesting and pollution from nutrients and chemicals, proliferation of toxic algal blooms, and a reduction in important aquatic vegetation has signaled a decline in the condition of many estuaries.
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
-0.836
Very Negative
Moderation
Violence
1.1059980839
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0511506514
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0255934428
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0079041434
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0016775857
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0002229019
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
7.63971E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
7.09586E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
5.57807E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
3.29292E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
3.5807E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Domestic Commerce
Score:
78.464
Magnitude:
56
Code:
15
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#15
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
22.3
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
34
Sprache Difficult Word Count
38
Lincoln Chafee
Nutrients such as phosphorus and nitrogen carried from city treatment works and agricultural land flow down our rivers and into our estuaries, leading to over-enrichment of these waters. As a result, algal blooms flourish. These blooms rob the water of the dissolved oxygen and light that is crucial to the survival of grass beds that support shellfish and birds.
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)
2.56495
VADER
-0.226
Slightly Negative
Moderation
Violence
0.4843786359
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.1258931938
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0052663872
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0019437635
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0010554515
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0005910217
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0005519047
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0004300847
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001554307
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
5.23215E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.02694E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Domestic Commerce
Score:
97.087
Magnitude:
42
Code:
15
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#15
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
54
Gunning-Fog Score
12.7
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6
Sprache Readability Score
4.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
19
Sprache Difficult Word Count
22
Lincoln Chafee
Nutrients have also contributed to the disappearance of eelgrass beds in Narragansett Bay on Rhode Island. While once eelgrass beds covered thousands of acres of the Bay floor, today that figure has fallen to only 100 acres or so. Sadly, the disappearance of eelgrass is not the only problem facing the Bay. Its valuable fish runs are disappearing. Salt marshes are also in decline. Fifty percent of the salt marsh acreage that once existed has been filled, and 70 percent is cut off from full tidal flow.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.71429
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.71429
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.46634
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0
VADER
-0.001
Neutral
Moderation
Violence
0.0140390664
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0080589496
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0038635266
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0016530099
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.000544302
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0002681729
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0002273377
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
9.08628E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
5.73434E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.01167E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.4683E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
90.312
Magnitude:
74
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
63.8
Gunning-Fog Score
9
Coleman-Liau Index
11.6
SMOG Index
9.9
Automated Readability Index
7.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.9
Sprache Readability Score
4.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
23
Sprache Difficult Word Count
25
Lincoln Chafee
Nowhere has the problem of nutrient over-enrichment been demonstrated more dramatically of late than in the nation's largest estuary: the Chesapeake Bay. Nutrient pollution in the Bay has contributed to the toxic outbreak of the algae pfiesteria, or "fish killer", which has been responsible for massive fish kills in the Bay's waterways. While scientists believe pfiesteria has existed for thousands of years, only recently have we witnessed an alarming escalation in the appearance of the algae in its toxic, predatory form.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.19722
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.09091
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.09091
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.16705
VADER
-0.758
Very Negative
Moderation
Harassment
0.2266261959
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0615265162
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0283087924
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0250042009
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0210703554
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0053690437
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.001834298
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
5.1442E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
1.26555E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.5697E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.5221E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Domestic Commerce
Score:
87.22
Magnitude:
73
Code:
15
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#15
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
30.5
Gunning-Fog Score
18.7
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
32
Sprache Difficult Word Count
31
Lincoln Chafee
Unfortunately, the effects of pfiesteria have not been confined to the Chesapeake Bay region. Pfiesteria has also been identified in waters off the coast of North Carolina, indicative of a longer trend of harmful algal blooms in the U.S. and around the world. This trend correlates to an increase in nutrients in our waterways. Perhaps more distressing than the environmental threat posed by pfiesteria is the fact that pfiesteria has also been linked to negative health effects in humans.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.95551
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.16667
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.16667
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.31015
VADER
-0.88
Very Negative
Moderation
Violence
0.0431040884
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.033456902
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0116171861
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0054705386
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0052386084
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.002019688
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0004967588
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
3.62925E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
3.23719E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.85573E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.0456E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Health
Score:
84.529
Magnitude:
39
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
50.5
Gunning-Fog Score
10.8
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.4
Sprache Readability Score
4.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
29
Sprache Difficult Word Count
28
Lincoln Chafee
Estuaries are also endangered by pathogens. Microbes from sewage treatment works and other sources have contaminated waters, making shellfish unfit for human consumption. In Peconsic Bay on Long Island, for instance, more than 4,700 acres of bay bottom is closed either seasonally or year-round due to pathogens.
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)
-0.58779
VADER
0
Neutral
Moderation
Harassment
0.0037850103
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0006000988
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0005780226
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0003113384
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
5.75599E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
2.40155E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
1.9427E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.2833E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.7685E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
1.1256E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.81E-8
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Domestic Commerce
Score:
95.83
Magnitude:
92
Code:
15
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#15
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.2
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
43.5
Gunning-Fog Score
12.2
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.2
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.3
Sprache Readability Score
4.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
17
Sprache Difficult Word Count
21
Lincoln Chafee
Toxic chemicals such as PCBs, heavy metals, and pesticides degrade the environment of estuaries as well. Runoff from lawns, streets, and farms, sewage treatment plants, atmospheric deposition, and industrial discharges expose finfish and shellfish to the chemicals. The chemicals are persistent and tend to bioaccumulate, concentrating in the tissues of the fish. The fish may then pose a risk to human health if consumed.
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
-0.542
Very Negative
Moderation
Harassment
4.4736821204
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.3696347587
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.2103683306
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0583845016
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0187000842
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0121928671
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0068272697
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0011363641
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0003525691
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0001352214
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
4.36727E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Government Operations
Score:
36.875
Magnitude:
22
Code:
20
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#20
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
42.5
Gunning-Fog Score
14.5
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
28
Sprache Difficult Word Count
29
Lincoln Chafee
In Massachusetts Bays, for instance, diseased lobster and flounder have been discovered in certain areas, prompting consumption advisories. Unfortunately, this problem is not an isolated one. In many of our nation's urban harbors polluted runoff creates "hot spots" of toxic contamination so severe that nothing can survive.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.53846
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.53846
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-1.09861
VADER
-0.207
Slightly Negative
Moderation
Violence
0.8307002485
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.3786972258
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.2321062377
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0498962821
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0033565982
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0033088749
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0021762551
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0008545188
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
4.2599E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.603E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.812E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
97.91
Magnitude:
41
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
32.5
Gunning-Fog Score
13.1
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.2
Sprache Readability Score
4.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
22
Sprache Difficult Word Count
23
Lincoln Chafee
Estuaries are also threatened by newly introduced species. Overpopulation of new species can eradicate native populations. Eradication of even one native species has the potential to alter the food web, increase erosion, and interfere with navigation, agriculture, and fishing. In Tampa Bay, for example, native plant species have been replaced by newly introduced species, altering the Bay's ecological balance.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.42857
Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.42857
Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.78846
VADER
-0.178
Leans Negative
Moderation
Violence
0.0452587585
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0036692512
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0033628748
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.000691164
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.000438605
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0003468023
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0002410689
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.000214529
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0001160159
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
2.40161E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.4498E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
97.617
Magnitude:
49
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
19.8
Gunning-Fog Score
15.4
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
9.6
Sprache Readability Score
4.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
33
Sprache Difficult Word Count
27
Lincoln Chafee
All of these changes to the condition of our estuaries threaten not only our environment, but the economies and jobs that rely upon estuaries. Indeed, the stresses we have placed on estuaries in the past may jeopardize our future enjoyment of the benefits they provide, unless we continue to strengthen the commitments we have made to protecting this resource. Thankfully, the fate of the nation's estuaries is far from decided. We are beginning to see signs that efforts made by many to restore and protect our estuaries are having a positive effect and turning the tide against degradation.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.11111
Leans Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.11111
Leans Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.20067
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.41176
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.41176
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.82098
VADER
0.929
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.4099884536
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.1094559091
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0430681888
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0114078866
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0092879134
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0019958099
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0019772615
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0008383413
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0006339319
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001242075
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
5.29397E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
39.5
Gunning-Fog Score
17.6
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
34
Sprache Difficult Word Count
31
Lincoln Chafee
Nutrient levels in the Chesapeake Bay are declining due in part to programs designed to better manage fertilizer applications to farmland and lawns and to reduce point source discharges. People in New York have targeted sewer overflows, non-point runoff, and sewage treatment plants by implementing techniques to prevent stormwater pollution and mitigate runoff. By doing so, they hope to reduce the threat of pathogen contamination in Long Island Sound.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.8473
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.14286
Leans Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.14286
Leans Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.26826
VADER
-0.103
Leans Negative
Moderation
Violence
0.0586673093
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0097858072
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0023710914
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.001579771
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0003975098
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0003554957
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0002705464
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
3.9841E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.661E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.6315E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
3.046E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
96.157
Magnitude:
53
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
38.1
Gunning-Fog Score
16.8
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
32
Sprache Difficult Word Count
36
Lincoln Chafee
In Rhode Island, a non-profit group, Save the Bay, has partnered with school kids to do something about the loss of eelgrass beds in Narragansett Bay. The children are growing eelgrass in their schools and it is then planted in the Bay by Save the Bay. In this way, they hope to encourage growth of the beds that provide a home for shellfish and a food source for countless other Bay creatures.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.8
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.8
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.84583
VADER
0.927
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.1981453039
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0753949978
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0671195681
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0569294672
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0419833523
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0048721457
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0026403855
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0008682255
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0003671744
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001454941
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.39657E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
97.8
Magnitude:
23
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
73.2
Gunning-Fog Score
10.8
Coleman-Liau Index
9.6
SMOG Index
9
Automated Readability Index
11.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
17
Sprache Difficult Word Count
20
Lincoln Chafee
In Florida, a partnership of volunteers, students, businesses, and federal, state, and local governments prepared sites and planted native vegetation on six acres of newly-constructed wetlands in a park adjacent to Tampa Bay. The students received job training, education, and summer employment, and the Bay received a helping hand fighting the invasive species that threaten those native to it.
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
0.296
Slightly Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.6111640483
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0715419243
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.016516888
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0099308956
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0090968104
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0085749489
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0002641873
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
6.71922E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
4.27801E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.56726E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.45431E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
96.775
Magnitude:
33
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
26.9
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
28
Sprache Difficult Word Count
30
Lincoln Chafee
The "Estuary Habitat Restoration Partnership Act" will further these efforts to preserve and restore estuaries. The Act is designed to make the best use of scarce resources by channeling them directly to those citizens and organizations that best know how to restore estuaries. It will help groups like those in Rhode Island and Tampa Bay continue their work while encouraging others to join them in projects of their own.
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)
3.3673
VADER
0.971
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.3521316219
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.3133898601
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0761290255
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0581197208
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0441863085
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0282954104
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0042752239
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0023191456
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.000718113
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0007091642
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0006092536
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
98.115
Magnitude:
34
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
46.2
Gunning-Fog Score
14.4
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
21
Sprache Difficult Word Count
21
Lincoln Chafee
The ultimate goal is to restore 1,000,000 acres of estuary habitat by 2010. To achieve this goal, the bill establishes a streamlined council consisting of representatives from citizen organizations and state and federal governments. This "Collaborative Council" will serve two functions. The first function is to develop a comprehensive national estuary habitat restoration strategy. The strategy will be the basis for the second function of the Council: efficient coordination of federal and non-federal estuary restoration activities by providing a means for prioritizing and selecting habitat restoration projects.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.875
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.875
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.33537
VADER
0.718
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.6251974031
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.2791235922
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.2336888574
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.2154501388
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0402182835
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0219891925
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0089387424
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0014034394
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0003452082
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
7.9131E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
7.6649E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
96.517
Magnitude:
28
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
18.4
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.1
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
41
Sprache Difficult Word Count
35
Lincoln Chafee
In developing the strategy, the Council will review existing federal estuary restoration plans and programs, create a set of proposals for making the most of incentives to increase private-sector participation in estuary restoration, and make certain that the strategy is developed and implemented consistent with existing federal estuary management and restoration programs.
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
0.795
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.1011390472
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0779069436
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.025319765
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0251933903
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.012279817
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0063169166
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0029475968
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0013193361
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0012176025
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0004546192
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0004137841
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
98.17
Magnitude:
46
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
0
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
10
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
27
Sprache Difficult Word Count
22
Lincoln Chafee
The Council's second function is to select habitat restoration projects presented to the Council by citizen organizations and other non-federal entities, based on the priorities outlined under the strategy. Those projects that have a high degree of support from non- federal sources for development, maintenance, and funding, fall within the restoration strategy developed by the Council, and are the most feasible will have the greatest degree of success in receiving funding.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.94444
VADER
0.891
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0645096006
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0574351056
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0457686401
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.025380429
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0146342922
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0129907508
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0032449891
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001162929
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
8.42451E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.1279E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
7.693E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
79.784
Magnitude:
60
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
14
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
9.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
35
Sprache Difficult Word Count
29
Lincoln Chafee
A project must receive at least 35 percent of its funding from non- federal sources in order to be approved. Priority will be given to those projects where more than 50 percent of its support comes from non-federal sources. Priority status also requires that the project is part of an existing federal estuary plan and that it is located in a watershed that has a program in place to prevent water pollution that might re-impair the estuary if it were restored.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.55556
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.55556
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0.791
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0841875502
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0268880394
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0164373429
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0090101668
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0039098686
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0029457004
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0006603714
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0002094424
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
1.52765E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
4.673E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
4.909E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
95.831
Magnitude:
40
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
49.3
Gunning-Fog Score
15.9
Coleman-Liau Index
10.5
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.1
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
30
Sprache Difficult Word Count
23
Lincoln Chafee
To achieve its 1,000,000 acre goal, the Act does not establish mandates or create a new bureaucracy. Instead, the Act encourages partnerships between government and those that are most concerned and best able to effectively preserve estuaries -- citizens. It will make the most of federal dollars by providing those citizens and organizations that are most affected by the health of our estuaries the opportunity and the incentive to continue their efforts to improve them through projects that they develop, implement, and monitor themselves.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.66667
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.66667
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.29928
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.86667
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.86667
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.26868
VADER
0.957
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.2022114815
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0372918439
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0126806044
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0045605717
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0039182036
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0017009754
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0008371405
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001703575
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.0236E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.62612E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.01287E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
98.027
Magnitude:
37
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
35.7
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
25
Sprache Difficult Word Count
29
Lincoln Chafee
This approach has several advantages. All estuaries are not the same, nor are the problems that face each estuary the same. Therefore, the Act allows citizens to tailor a project targeted to meet the specific challenges posed by the particular estuary in their region. In this way, we are doing the most to help protect estuaries while wasting none of our scarce federal funds. The Act also ensures the continued prudent use of funds through information-gathering, monitoring, and reporting on the projects.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.58779
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.27297
VADER
0.756
Very Positive
Moderation
Harassment
5.0638981164
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.3347235965
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.1258602832
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0609103474
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0209651073
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.020546696
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0200151204
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0002588102
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0002469882
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0001549317
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.50366E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Government Operations
Score:
70.986
Magnitude:
29
Code:
20
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#20
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
47.3
Gunning-Fog Score
15.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.3
Sprache Readability Score
4.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
29
Sprache Difficult Word Count
27
Lincoln Chafee
Estuaries contribute to our economy and to our environment, and for these reasons alone they should be protected. But, they also contribute to the fabric of many of the communities that surround them. They define much of a region's history and cultures as well as the way people live and work there today.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.71429
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.71429
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.46634
VADER
0.459
Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.6961372215
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.1622991753
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0626161927
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0444884121
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0358328864
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0099981793
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0033437871
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0005540653
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0003872435
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0001352844
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
6.98357E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
97.894
Magnitude:
70
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
54.8
Gunning-Fog Score
12.3
Coleman-Liau Index
11.6
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.5
Sprache Readability Score
3.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
12
Sprache Difficult Word Count
13
Lincoln Chafee
For all of these reasons, then, we must make efficient use of the resources we have in order to assist those people that are protecting and restoring our estuaries. The Estuary Habitat Restoration Partnership Act is the best, most direct way to do just that. Therefore, I urge all of my colleagues to support this bill.
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)
3.29584
VADER
0.898
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.1320878975
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0517433684
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0439022726
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.031042812
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0279713451
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0124872036
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0008405684
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0007235706
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0001954194
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0001799035
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
5.33594E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
97.953
Magnitude:
36
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.2
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
54.9
Gunning-Fog Score
12.5
Coleman-Liau Index
11.2
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.5
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.9
Sprache Readability Score
4.2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
14
Sprache Difficult Word Count
16
Lincoln Chafee
Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that a section-by-section analysis 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
Harassment
0.0594291312
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0337287027
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0286238559
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0091597183
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0049228944
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0034863933
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0024180494
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001255054
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.72188E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.39111E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.07213E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Government Operations
Score:
76.69
Magnitude:
34
Code:
20
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#20
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
7.2
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
61.3
Gunning-Fog Score
8
Coleman-Liau Index
10.4
SMOG Index
9
Automated Readability Index
4.5
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.8
Sprache Readability Score
2.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
8
Sprache Difficult Word Count
9
John Breaux
Mr. President, I am pleased and honored to join with my friend and colleague, Senator John Chafee, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works, to introduce legislation to restore America's estuaries. Our bill is entitled the "Estuary Habitat Restoration Partnership Act of 1999." In the 105th Congress, on October 14, 1998, the Senate passed by unanimous consent S. 1222, the "Estuary Habitat Restoration Partnership Act of 1998." I joined with Senator Chafee and 15 other Senators to introduce the bill on September 25, 1997. On July 9, 1998, I testified on its behalf during hearings held by Senator Chafee and the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.27297
VADER
0.946
Very Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.0572377467
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0333528587
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0069471142
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0051120631
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0050126608
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0019023184
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0012465801
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0007047073
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0001992798
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0001361308
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
6.64787E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Health
Score:
55.234
Magnitude:
82
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Social Welfare
Score:
33.823
Magnitude:
82
Code:
13
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#13
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
50.9
Gunning-Fog Score
8.8
Coleman-Liau Index
11.8
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
8.5
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.4
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
46
Sprache Difficult Word Count
35
John Breaux
I am pleased that the Senate gave its unanimous approval to the bill's passage in the last Congress and look forward to such consent in the 106th Congress.
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
0.785
Very Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.2120089019
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.022813378
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0069334543
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0054854787
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0016358801
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0007859945
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0006798617
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0005799729
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
9.04931E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
5.12116E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
3.7964E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Health
Score:
66.737
Magnitude:
80
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
57.6
Gunning-Fog Score
14.1
Coleman-Liau Index
10.1
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7
Sprache Readability Score
4.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
10
Sprache Difficult Word Count
10
John Breaux
Estuaries are a national resource and treasure. As a nation, therefore, we should work together at all levels and in all sectors to help restore them.
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
0.727
Very Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.0072864408
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0020227932
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0008626355
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0008242916
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0004518787
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0001471292
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0001174789
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
7.16309E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
3.30515E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
2.07997E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
4.946E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Health
Score:
78.885
Magnitude:
77
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
60.2
Gunning-Fog Score
9.8
Coleman-Liau Index
11.6
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.9
Sprache Readability Score
3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
7
Sprache Difficult Word Count
9
John Breaux
Other Senators have joined with Senator Chafee and me as original cosponsors of the bill. Together, we want to draw attention to the significant value of the nation's estuaries and the need to restore them.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.95551
VADER
0.791
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0079523626
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0023134178
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0013263908
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0003475781
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0002396614
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0001597491
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0001201339
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
6.8237E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
2.64717E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
1.68259E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
5.2221E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Health
Score:
73.714
Magnitude:
93
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
46.5
Gunning-Fog Score
13.9
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.4
Sprache Readability Score
3.8
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
10
Sprache Difficult Word Count
12
John Breaux
It is also my distinct pleasure today to say with pride that Louisianians have been in the forefront of this movement to recognize the importance of estuaries and to propose legislation to restore them. The Coalition to Restore Coastal Louisiana, an organization which is well-known for its proactive work on behalf of the Louisiana coast, has been from the inception an integral part of the national coalition, Restore America's Estuaries, which has proposed and supports the restoration legislation.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
2.19722
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
3.21888
VADER
0.955
Very Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.0140702119
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0125148814
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0081396291
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0025695546
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0019124211
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0015718259
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0006786781
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0004352075
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0003441301
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0001902595
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.64002E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Social Welfare
Score:
77.798
Magnitude:
28
Code:
13
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#13
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
12.5
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
30
Sprache Difficult Word Count
27
John Breaux
The Coalition to Restore Coastal Louisiana and Restore America's Estuaries are to be commended for their leadership and initiative in bringing this issue to the nation's attention.
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
0.743
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0173660344
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0157323855
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0018469205
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0017027249
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0010478015
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0006921562
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0006013098
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0005653812
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.9633E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.73137E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.55553E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Social Welfare
Score:
66.31
Magnitude:
76
Code:
13
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#13
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
10.2
Gunning-Fog Score
16.7
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.9
Sprache Readability Score
4.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
13
Sprache Difficult Word Count
12
John Breaux
In essence, the bill introduced today proposes a single goal and has one emphasis and focus. It seeks to create a voluntary, community- driven, incentive-based program which builds partnerships between the federal government, state and local governments and the private sector to restore estuaries, including sharing in the cost of restoration projects.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.71429
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.71429
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.46634
VADER
0.727
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0262107351
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0239427856
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0073402458
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0012497583
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0012434136
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0004904379
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0003752659
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0002911235
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0001399666
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0001078113
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
6.45608E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Social Welfare
Score:
45.131
Magnitude:
52
Code:
13
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#13
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Health
Score:
40.514
Magnitude:
52
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
25.1
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
22
Sprache Difficult Word Count
30
John Breaux
In Louisiana, we have very valuable estuaries, including the Ponchartrain, Barataria-Terrebonne, and Vermilion Bay systems. Louisiana's estuaries are vital because they have helped and will continue to help sustain local communities, their cultures and their economies.
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)
2.56495
VADER
0.806
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0163091667
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0045168694
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0035930996
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0023978533
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0012829261
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0007523648
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0003410222
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.00031008
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0002294376
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.000124584
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.44287E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Health
Score:
90.395
Magnitude:
74
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
5.1
Gunning-Fog Score
16
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.6
Sprache Readability Score
4.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
18
Sprache Difficult Word Count
18
John Breaux
I encourage Senators from coastal and non-coastal states alike to evaluate the bill and to join in its support with Senator Chafee, me and the other Senators who are original bill cosponsors.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
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
0.859
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0176468966
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0088678506
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0032959659
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0011382719
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0007845304
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0007518505
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.00065513
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0003367671
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.65127E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.52357E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.10299E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Health
Score:
83.337
Magnitude:
99
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
32.3
Gunning-Fog Score
18
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
12
Sprache Difficult Word Count
12
John Breaux
I look forward to working with Senator Chafee and other Senators on behalf of the bill and with the Coalition to Restore Coastal Louisiana and Restore American's Estuaries.
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
0.527
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0544289476
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.030739294
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0042525993
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0004435102
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0003812842
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.000321396
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001155771
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0001155313
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
8.10727E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
4.5908E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.35688E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Health
Score:
59.975
Magnitude:
102
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Social Welfare
Score:
30.1
Magnitude:
102
Code:
13
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#13
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
21.3
Gunning-Fog Score
11.2
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
12
Sprache Difficult Word Count
12
John Breaux
By working together at all levels of government and in the private and public sectors, we can help to restore estuaries. We can, together, help to educate the public about the important roles which estuaries play in our daily lives through their many contributions to public safety and well-being, to the environment and to recreation and commerce.
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)
2.94444
VADER
0.912
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0926717708
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0116966628
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0043049793
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0006240133
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0004154955
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0001664679
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
7.68384E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
6.6751E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.0073E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.5949E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
4.43E-8
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Health
Score:
93.224
Magnitude:
68
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
35.9
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
12
Sprache Difficult Word Count
18
Arlen Specter
Mr. President, I have sought recognition to discuss an issue of great importance, and an issue on which I believe we can all agree. Regardless of health insurance type, payer, or scope, it is critical that women have direct access to caregivers who are trained to address their unique health needs. To help us ensure that all women have direct access to providers of obstetric and gynecological care within their health plans, I am joined by Senator Bob Graham in introducing the "Access to Women's Health Care Act of 1999." This legislation will allow women direct access to providers of obstetric and gynecological care, without requiring them to secure a time- consuming and cumbersome referral from a separate primary care physician. Senator Graham and I are also pleased to have Senators Cochran and Robb as original cosponsors of this vital legislation. I would like to extend thanks to the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, whose members have worked diligently with Senator Graham and myself in crafting this bill.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.2
Leans Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.2
Leans Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.33647
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.76471
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.76471
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.91365
VADER
0.99
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0537360902
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0394339266
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.018862939
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0107462125
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0023024266
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.001358131
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0003121375
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0002328392
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0001149914
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
3.2356E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.805E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
49.264
Magnitude:
44
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Government Operations
Score:
23.589
Magnitude:
44
Code:
20
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#20
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
38.7
Gunning-Fog Score
16
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
63
Sprache Difficult Word Count
59
Arlen Specter
While many managed care plans provide some form of direct access to women's health specialists, some plans limit this access. Other plans deny direct access altogether, and require a referral from a primary care physician. Under the "Access to Women's Health Care Act of 1999," women would be permitted to see a provider of obstetric and gynecological care without prior authorization. This approach is prudent and effective because it ensures that women have access to the benefits they pay for, without mandating a structural change in the plan's particular "gatekeeper" system.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.91667
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.91667
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.75154
VADER
0.94
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0129879394
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0032587333
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0003707982
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0002992996
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0002663175
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0002114693
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001997869
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.000145165
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0001240261
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
4.6179E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.47683E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Social Welfare
Score:
65.99
Magnitude:
101
Code:
13
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#13
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
37.8
Gunning-Fog Score
16.1
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
34
Sprache Difficult Word Count
32
Arlen Specter
It is important to note that 37 states have enacted laws promoting women's access to providers of obstetric and gynecological care. However, women in other states or in ERISA-regulated health plans are not protected from access restrictions or limitations. For many women, direct access to providers of obstetric and gynecological care is crucial because they are often the only providers that women see regularly during their reproductive years. These providers are often a woman's only point of entry into the health care system, and are caregivers who maintain a woman's medical record for much of her lifetime.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.64706
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.64706
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.42139
VADER
0.907
Very Positive
Moderation
Harassment > Threatening
1.5963211656
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
1.0983352549
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.3133950755
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.122236379
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.1035162248
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0394196453
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0197956062
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0008640443
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.83647E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.76287E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
1.19844E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
29.2
Gunning-Fog Score
18.4
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
30
Sprache Difficult Word Count
28
Arlen Specter
I believe it is clear that access to women's health care cuts across the intricacies of the complicated and often divisive managed care debate. During the past few years, Congress has debated many proposals which attempt to address growing problems in managed health care insurance. These proposals have been diverse, not only in their approach to the problems, but in the scope of the problems they seek to address. Most recently, during the 105th Congress, the House of Representatives passed a managed care reform proposal which, among many other reforms, included provisions requiring health plans to allow women direct access to obstetrician/gynecologists which participate in the plan. I would also note that this direct access provision has been included, in varying forms, in all of the major managed care reform proposals introduced in the Senate this year, including the bipartisan managed care reform bill, the "Promoting Responsible Managed Care Act of 1999" (S. 374), which I cosponsored. It is for these reasons that I offer this legislation today.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.56495
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.47059
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.47059
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.98739
VADER
0.978
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.4648475442
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0451547297
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0246817392
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0128561835
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0112316222
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0099799283
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0014258256
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.00023082
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
9.20663E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
5.34277E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
8.0523E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
43.7
Gunning-Fog Score
15.1
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
58
Sprache Difficult Word Count
47
Arlen Specter
Only through bipartisanship and consensus-building can we come to an agreement on the difficult issue of addressing managed care reform. I believe that cutting through the cumbersome gatekeeper system to ensure women have access to the care they need is a good place to start, and I urge swift adoption of this legislation.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.63599
VADER
0.917
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.2355406759
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.1189589268
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0544254493
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0194902314
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0133556328
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0073179923
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0066764835
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0038725124
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0024719464
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.001012916
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001972134
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Defense
Score:
71.258
Magnitude:
35
Code:
16
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#16
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
41.6
Gunning-Fog Score
17.5
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
19
Bob Graham
Mr. President, I rise today, along with Senators Specter, Cochran and Robb, to introduce the Access to Women's Health Care Act of 1999. This important legislation would provide women with direct access to providers of obstetric and gynecological services. It is critical that women have direct access to health care providers who are trained to address their unique health care needs.
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)
1.48808
VADER
0.844
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.8687894791
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.044090036
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.037841365
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0253221777
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0129300228
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0016590331
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0002650177
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001396506
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0001289222
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
3.20669E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
2.4237E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
International Affairs
Score:
92.003
Magnitude:
61
Code:
19
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#19
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
51.3
Gunning-Fog Score
12.7
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.2
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.2
Sprache Readability Score
4.3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
21
Sprache Difficult Word Count
22
Bob Graham
Women's health has historically received little attention and it is time that we correct that. An obstetrician/gynecologist provides health care that encompasses the woman as a whole patient, while focusing on their reproductive systems. Access to obstetrician/gynecologists would improve the health of women by providing routine and preventive health care throughout the woman's lifetime. In fact, 60 percent of all visits to obstetrician/gynecologists are for preventive care.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.8473
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
3.3673
VADER
0.91
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.1711384743
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0519596215
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0057693891
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0053021151
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0031903979
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0014622428
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0014341183
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
3.7659E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
1.73963E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.41379E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
3.6543E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Defense
Score:
80.145
Magnitude:
89
Code:
16
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#16
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
35.6
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
4.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
24
Sprache Difficult Word Count
22
Bob Graham
According to a survey by the Commonwealth Fund, preventive care is better when women have access to obstetrician/gynecologists. The specialty of obstetrics/gynecology is devoted to the health care of women. Primary and preventive care are integral services provided by obstetrician/gynecologists. Complete physical exams, family planning, hypertension and cardiovascular surveillance, osteoporosis and smoking cessation counseling, are all among the services provided by obstetrician/gynecologists. For many women, an obstetrician/ gynecologist is often the only physician they see regularly during their reproductive years.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.73333
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.73333
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.6864
VADER
0.935
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.9099541232
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.2123021754
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0976401032
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0570192584
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0058441212
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0021599806
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
3.37106E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
9.2498E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
8.3598E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
3.8447E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
4.45E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
International Affairs
Score:
58.613
Magnitude:
70
Code:
19
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#19
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Defense
Score:
34.234
Magnitude:
70
Code:
16
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#16
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
0
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
37
Sprache Difficult Word Count
31
Bob Graham
Congress, so far, has been more reluctant to ensure direct access to women's health care providers than states. Thirty-seven states have stepped up to the plate and required at least some direct access for women's health care. We should commend these states for their efforts and work together so that women across the nation are afforded this important right.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.83333
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.83333
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.03688
VADER
0.873
Very Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.3167625517
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.1225202694
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0412623835
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0275778759
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.007171883
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0069191483
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0035354227
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0007461191
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0005822451
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0005584892
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0003017878
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Defense
Score:
75.768
Magnitude:
99
Code:
16
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#16
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
65.3
Gunning-Fog Score
11.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
10.6
Automated Readability Index
11.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.9
Sprache Readability Score
4.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
15
Sprache Difficult Word Count
18
Bob Graham
I hope that with the help of my colleagues in Congress we will be able to improve women's health, by increasing their access to providers of obstetric/gynecological care. This provision has been included in varying forms in many of the managed care reform proposals this Congress.
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)
2.94444
VADER
0.931
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.2965972759
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0107019943
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0033691122
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0026764328
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0019956064
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0011168373
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0008030214
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0002124318
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0001909612
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0001004588
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
1.33239E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Defense
Score:
80.111
Magnitude:
89
Code:
16
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#16
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
46.2
Gunning-Fog Score
16.2
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
15
Sprache Difficult Word Count
18
Daniel Moynihan
Mr. President, I am pleased to be an original cosponsor of the Auto Choice Reform Act of 1999, a bill submitted by my distinguished colleague, Senator McConnell. This legislation is designed to create a new option in auto insurance for consumers who would prefer a system that guarantees quick and complete compensation. This alternative system would change most insurance coverage to a first-party system from a third-party system and it would separate economic and noneconomic compensation by unbundling the premium. Therefore, drivers would be allowed to insure themselves for only economic loss or for both economic and noneconomic loss.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.77778
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.77778
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.88707
VADER
0.402
Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
34.7
Gunning-Fog Score
17.2
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
42
Sprache Difficult Word Count
38
Daniel Moynihan
I simply would remark that this issue has been with us for 30-odd years and I wish to provide some of the background and a particular perspective.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.8473
VADER
0.402
Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
66.6
Gunning-Fog Score
14.1
Coleman-Liau Index
8.6
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.3
Sprache Readability Score
4.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
7
Sprache Difficult Word Count
8
Daniel Moynihan
The automobile probably has generated more externalities, as economists and authors Alan K. Campbell and Jesse Burkhead remarked, than any other device or incident in human history. And one of them is the issue of insurance, litigation, and compensation in the aftermath of what are called "accidents" but are nothing of the kind and are the source of so much misunderstanding.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.3979
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.95551
VADER
-0.262
Slightly Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
36.4
Gunning-Fog Score
16.7
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
20
Sprache Difficult Word Count
23
Daniel Moynihan
When a certain number of "accidents" occur (I think that in 1894, if memory serves, there were two automobiles in St. Louis, MO, and they managed to collide -- at least, it has been thought thus ever since), they become statistically predictable collisions -- foreseeable events -- in a complex transportation system such as the one we have built.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.42857
Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.42857
Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.78846
VADER
-0.318
Somewhat Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
45.5
Gunning-Fog Score
16.9
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
17
Sprache Difficult Word Count
20
Daniel Moynihan
This began to be a subject of epidemiology in the 1940's, and by the 1950's, we had the hang of it. We knew what we were dealing with and how to approach it.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0
VADER
0
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
6.2
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
79.9
Gunning-Fog Score
7.8
Coleman-Liau Index
4
SMOG Index
7.3
Automated Readability Index
2.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
3.2
Sprache Readability Score
3.1
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
5
Sprache Difficult Word Count
5
Daniel Moynihan
The first thing that we did -- I think it fair to say it was done in New York under the Harriman administration, of which I was a member -- was to introduce the concept of passenger safety into highway and vehicle design. Safety initiatives were undertaken, first at the State level. The, in 1966, Congress passed two bills, the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act and the Highway Safety Act, to establish pervasive Federal regulation. At the time, the last thing in the world an automobile manufacturer would suggest was that its product was a car in which one could safely have an accident! Perhaps other motorists, driving other companies cars, had accidents. It took quite a bit of learning -- social learning -- but eventually it happened: safety features such as padded steering wheels and dashboards, seat belts, and airbags became integral design considerations. Now it is routine; we take such features for granted. It wasn't always thus. Social learning.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.03609
VADER
0.903
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
51.1
Gunning-Fog Score
12.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.1
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
43
Sprache Difficult Word Count
48
Daniel Moynihan
And then the issue of insurance and litigation and so forth arose. In 1967, if I could say, which would be 32 years ago, I wrote an article for The New York Time Magazine, which simply said, "Next, a new auto insurance policy." By "next," I meant a natural evolution, building on the epidemiological knowledge we had developed regarding the incidence of collisons and the trauma they caused to drivers, passengers, and pedestrians. And I had a good line here, I think: "Automobile accident litigation has become a twentieth-century equivalent of Dickens's Court of Chancery, eating up the pittance of widows of orphans, a vale from which few return with their respect for justice undiminished." The are several fundamental problems with the current system of auto insurance, as I explained back then. First, determining fault, necessary in a tort system, is no easy task in most instances. Typically, there are few witnesses. And the witnesses certainly aren't "expert." The collisions are too fast, too disorienting. And adjudicating a case typical occurs long after the collision. Memories fade.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.77778
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.77778
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.7346
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0
VADER
-0.02
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
47.4
Gunning-Fog Score
13.9
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.8
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
56
Sprache Difficult Word Count
63
Daniel Moynihan
More important, as I remarked at the time, is that "no one involved (in the insurance system) has any incentive to moderation or reasonableness. The victim has every reason to exaggerate his losses. It is some other person's insurance company that must pay. The company has every reason to resist. It is somebody else's customer who is making the claim." This leads to excessive litigation, costly legal fees, and inefficient, inequitable compensation.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.8
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.8
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.84583
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.36842
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.36842
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.73089
VADER
-0.629
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
39.6
Gunning-Fog Score
14.8
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
8.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.4
Sprache Readability Score
4.2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
22
Sprache Difficult Word Count
26
Daniel Moynihan
A 1992 survey of the nation's most populous counties by the U.S. Department of Justice found that tort cases make up about one-half of all civil cases filed in state courts. Auto collision-related lawsuits account for 60 percent of these tort cases -- more than all other types of tort lawsuits combined. Such lawsuits are time consuming: 31 percent of automobile tort cases take over one year to process. They are clogging our courts, displacing other types of civil litigation far more important to society.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.61904
VADER
0.218
Slightly Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
7.7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
65.7
Gunning-Fog Score
10.4
Coleman-Liau Index
11.5
SMOG Index
10.6
Automated Readability Index
7.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.8
Sprache Readability Score
4.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
28
Sprache Difficult Word Count
26
Daniel Moynihan
And for all the time, money, and effort these lawsuits consume, they do not compensate victims adequately. On average, victims with losses between $25,000 and $100,000 recover just over half (56 percent) of their losses, and those persons with losses over $100,000 receive just nine cents on the dollar in compensation.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.66667
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.66667
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.29928
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0
VADER
-0.863
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
66.6
Gunning-Fog Score
14.5
Coleman-Liau Index
9.8
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.6
Sprache Readability Score
4.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
11
Sprache Difficult Word Count
12
Daniel Moynihan
"Auto Choice," as our legislation is known, will curtail excessive litigation by changing insurance coverage to a first-party system -- at the driver's option. Individuals will insure themselves against economic damages regardless of fault. They can, if they wish, insure for non-economic losses, too. They simply pay a higher premium. In the event they sustain damages in a collision, under Auto Choice, they bypass litigation altogether, and they receive just and adequate compensation in a timely fashion.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.8
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.8
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.84583
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.11111
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.11111
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.21131
VADER
-0.902
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
35.9
Gunning-Fog Score
15.5
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.2
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
30
Sprache Difficult Word Count
35
Daniel Moynihan
I earnestly hope that Congress will enact this important legislation this year. It will benefit all American motorists. Its savings are bigger than any tax cut Congress is likely to enact, and they won't affect our ability to balance the budget. But even more important, I think, is the fact that "auto choice" will take some of the strain off our overburdened judiciary. I don't know if we can calculate the value of such a benefit.
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
0.865
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
57.8
Gunning-Fog Score
11.9
Coleman-Liau Index
11
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
7.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.5
Sprache Readability Score
4.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
18
Sprache Difficult Word Count
23
Joseph Lieberman
Mr. President, I rise in strong support of the bill we are introducing today: the Auto Choice Reform Act of 1999. If enacted, this bill would save American consumers tens of billions of dollars, while at the same time producing an auto insurance system that operates more efficiently and promises drivers better and quicker compensation.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.70805
VADER
0.951
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
48.3
Gunning-Fog Score
14.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.5
Sprache Readability Score
4.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
16
Sprache Difficult Word Count
21
Joseph Lieberman
America's drivers are plagued today by an auto accident insurance and compensation system that is too expensive and that does not work. We currently pay an average of approximately $775 annually for our auto insurance per car. This is an extraordinarily large sum, and one that is particularly difficult for people of modest means -- and almost impossible for poor people -- to afford. A study of Maricopa County, AZ, drives this point home. That study found that families living below 50 percent of the poverty line spend nearly one-third of their household income on premiums when they purchase auto insurance.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.28571
Slightly Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.28571
Slightly Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.54654
VADER
-0.908
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
40.2
Gunning-Fog Score
15.2
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
25
Sprache Difficult Word Count
34
Joseph Lieberman
Perhaps those costs would be worth it if they meant that people injured in car accidents were fully compensated for their injuries. But under the current tort system, that often is not the case, particularly for people who are seriously injured. Because of the need to prove fault and the ability to receive compensation only through someone else's insurance policy, some injured drivers -- like those in one car accidents or those who are found to have been at fault themselves -- are left without any compensation at all. Others must endure years of litigation before receiving compensation for their injuries. In the end, many people who suffer minimal injuries in auto accidents end up overcompensated, while victims of serious injuries often fail to receive full restitution. Indeed, the extent to which seriously injured drivers are undercompensated in the current tort system is staggering: victims with economic losses -- things like lost wages and medical bills -- between $25,000 and $100,000 recover only 56 percent of their losses on average, while those with over $100,000 in economic losses get only about 9 percent back on average. Recite those numbers to anyone who tells you the current system works just fine the way it is.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-3.97029
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.22222
Slightly Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.22222
Slightly Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.43937
VADER
-0.988
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
40.7
Gunning-Fog Score
17.9
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.3
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
50
Sprache Difficult Word Count
45
Joseph Lieberman
The current system most hurts the very people who can afford it the least -- the nation's poor and drivers who live in the nation's inner cities. The $775 average premium I mentioned is already far too much for people of modest means to afford. But for many residents of the inner cities a $775 premium is just a dream. As a report issued by Congress' Joint Economic Committee last year starkly detailed, inner city residents pay what can only be called a "tort tax" -- insurance rates that are often double those of their suburban neighbors. For example, a married man with no accidents or traffic violations living in Philadelphia pays $1,800 for an insurance policy that would cost him less than half that if he moved just over the line, out of Philadelphia County. The average annual premium for a 38-year old woman with a clean driving record living in central Los Angeles approaches $3,500. The statistic that I think best drives home the disproportionate amount poor people spend on auto insurance is this one: the typical low-income household spends more on auto insurance over two years than the entire value of their car.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.8473
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.15789
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.15789
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.30228
VADER
-0.762
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
50.4
Gunning-Fog Score
15.8
Coleman-Liau Index
10.7
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
51
Sprache Difficult Word Count
53
Joseph Lieberman
The results of these high costs shouldn't surprise us. They lead many inner-city drivers to choose to drive uninsured, which is to say our auto insurance system makes outlaws of them and puts the rest of us in jeopardy, because people injured by an uninsured driver may have no place to go for compensation. Other inner-city residents simply decide not to own cars, something that in itself should trouble us. As the JEC's Report details, the lack of car ownership, combined with the dearth of jobs in the inner-cities, severely limits the ability of many city residents to find employment and lift themselves out of poverty.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.71429
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.71429
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.46634
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.28571
Slightly Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.28571
Slightly Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.54654
VADER
-0.962
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
48.8
Gunning-Fog Score
15.7
Coleman-Liau Index
11.5
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
29
Sprache Difficult Word Count
31
Joseph Lieberman
The Auto Choice bill would go a long way towards solving all of these problems. By simply giving consumers a choice to opt out of the tort system, Auto Choice would bring all drivers who want it lower premiums. Auto Choice would save drivers nationally an average of 23 percent, or $184, annually -- a total of over $35 billion. Connecticut drivers would see an average savings of $217 annually. Low-income drivers would see even more dramatic savings -- an average of 36 percent nationally or 33 percent in Connecticut.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.66667
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.66667
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.29928
VADER
0.527
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.6
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
57.6
Gunning-Fog Score
12.5
Coleman-Liau Index
10.7
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
8.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.1
Sprache Readability Score
4.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
24
Sprache Difficult Word Count
23
Joseph Lieberman
Here's how our plan would work: All drivers would be required to purchase a certain minimum level of insurance, but they would get to choose the type of coverage they want. Those drivers who value immediate compensation for their injuries and lower premiums would be able to purchase what we call "personal injury protection insurance." If the driver with that type of coverage is injured in an accident, he or she would get immediate compensation for economic losses up to the limits of his or her policy, without regard to who was at fault in the accident.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.83321
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.17647
Leans Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.17647
Leans Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.33647
VADER
-0.97
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
40.6
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
11.6
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
25
Sprache Difficult Word Count
26
Joseph Lieberman
If their economic losses exceeded those policy limits, the injured party could sue the other driver for the extra economic loss on a fault basis; The only thing the plaintiff could not do is sue the other driver for noneconomic losses, the so-called pain and suffering damages.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.94444
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.63636
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.63636
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-1.335
VADER
-0.957
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
24.2
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
11.9
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
18
Joseph Lieberman
Those drivers who did not want to give up the ability to collect pain and suffering damages could choose a different option, called tort maintenance coverage. Drivers with that type of policy would be able to cover themselves for whatever level of economic and noneconomic damages they want, and they would then be able to collect those damages, also from their own insurance company, after proving fault.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.3979
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.09091
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.09091
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.16705
VADER
-0.936
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
32.7
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
17
Sprache Difficult Word Count
22
Joseph Lieberman
As I mentioned earlier, the savings from this new Choice system would be dramatic -- again, an average of $184 annually nationally, up to $35 billion each and every year under our proposal.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
34.2
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
10.7
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
9
Sprache Difficult Word Count
11
Joseph Lieberman
Our Auto Choice plan ensures that most injured people would be compensated immediately and that we all can purchase auto insurance at a reasonable rate. Mr. President, this bill would be a boon to the American driver and to the American economy. I look forward to working with my colleagues to see it enacted into law.
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
-0.452
Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
53.6
Gunning-Fog Score
10.6
Coleman-Liau Index
11.3
SMOG Index
11.8
Automated Readability Index
7.3
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.2
Sprache Readability Score
4.2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
16
Sprache Difficult Word Count
22
Joseph Lieberman
Mr. McCain. Mr. President, I rise to join my colleagues in introducing legislation to provide consumers with a true choice when they purchase auto insurance. Not simply a choice between to insurance companies, but a choice between two different systems of insurance.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0.361
Somewhat Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
7.6
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
55.3
Gunning-Fog Score
11.9
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
10.9
Automated Readability Index
7.2
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.1
Sprache Readability Score
2.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
15
Sprache Difficult Word Count
15
Joseph Lieberman
The current tort based liability system is expensive and inefficient. It pays more money to lawyers than for victims legitimate medical bills and lost wages. A study conducted in my home state of Arizona found that a low-income family spends as much as 31 percent of their disposable income on car insurance. As a result, families put off basic necessities such as rent, medical care and sometimes groceries. The current system needs to be changed.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.19722
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.16667
Leans Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.16667
Leans Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.31015
VADER
-0.296
Slightly Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.2
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
48.9
Gunning-Fog Score
14
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
8.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.5
Sprache Readability Score
4.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
23
Sprache Difficult Word Count
27
Joseph Lieberman
The system proposed in our bill would allow consumers a more affordable alternative designed to provide adequate and timely compensation for accident victims and less need for layers. Under the new system when an accident occurs, the consumer's insurance company would compensate them for their economic losses, such as repair costs, medical bills and lost wages. In exchange, the consumer forgoes the right to sue for non-economic losses such as pain and suffering.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.75
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.75
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.15789
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.15789
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.30228
VADER
-0.957
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
36.6
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
27
Sprache Difficult Word Count
32
Joseph Lieberman
Consumers choosing to remain in the current system can bring suit as they do now. These consumers would purchase additional coverage to cover their non-economic damages in the event they have an accident with someone in the new system.
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
-0.718
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
46.9
Gunning-Fog Score
15
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.7
Sprache Readability Score
4.2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
12
Sprache Difficult Word Count
14
Joseph Lieberman
The purpose of this legislation is to allow consumers to choose the type of insurance that meets their needs. It also provides state legislatures a choice. This legislation allows states to "opt out" should they disagree with this proposal. States can "opt out" in two ways. First, the legislature can enact legislation declaring they will not participate in the new system. Secondly, the state insurance commissioner can find that the measure will not reduce bodily injury premiums by 30 percent. This opt out provision is reasonable and will give states a true choice.
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)
0.99853
VADER
0.387
Somewhat Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
57.8
Gunning-Fog Score
13.5
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
8.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.6
Sprache Readability Score
4.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
29
Sprache Difficult Word Count
28
Joseph Lieberman
Again, I am pleased to join my colleagues in introducing this measure. I look forward to moving it through the legislative process.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.3979
VADER
0.625
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
57.2
Gunning-Fog Score
9.9
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
10.3
Automated Readability Index
7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.1
Sprache Readability Score
2.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
5
Sprache Difficult Word Count
8
Pete Domenici
Mr. President, I rise today to introduce the "Juvenile Crime Control and Community Protection Act of 1999." I believe that juvenile crime is one of the most important issues facing our nation today. It's one we should address in the 106th Congress.
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
-0.713
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
6.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
67.3
Gunning-Fog Score
7.1
Coleman-Liau Index
11.1
SMOG Index
10.3
Automated Readability Index
5.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.2
Sprache Readability Score
3.2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
15
Sprache Difficult Word Count
15
Pete Domenici
In recent years, I have held field hearings in my home state of New Mexico to hear the concerns and problems faced by all of the people affected by juvenile crime -- the police, prosecutors, judges, social workers and most importantly -- the victims who reside in our communities.
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
-0.761
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
27.7
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
15
Sprache Difficult Word Count
18
Pete Domenici
I think that the sentiments expressed by most of my constituents at the hearing are the same ones felt by people all over the country:
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
10.2
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
66.4
Gunning-Fog Score
13.2
Coleman-Liau Index
9.9
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
11.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
3.1
Sprache Readability Score
4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
3
Sprache Difficult Word Count
4
Pete Domenici
(1) many of our nation's youth are out of control; (2) other children and teenagers do not have enough constructive things to do to keep them from falling into delinquent or criminal behavior; (3) the current system does very little, if anything, to protect the public from youth violence; and (4) the current system has failed victims.
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 Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.58779
VADER
-0.902
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
21.3
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
11.2
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
17
Sprache Difficult Word Count
16
Pete Domenici
The time has come for a new federal role to assist the states with their efforts to get tough on violent young criminals.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.33647
VADER
-0.844
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
69.5
Gunning-Fog Score
14.4
Coleman-Liau Index
9.3
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.9
Sprache Readability Score
4.1
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
7
Sprache Difficult Word Count
8
Pete Domenici
The federal government can play a larger role in punishing and preventing youth violence without tying the hands of state and local governments or preventing them from implementing innovative solutions to the problem.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.66667
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.66667
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.29928
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0
VADER
-0.681
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
22.1
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.3
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
14
Sprache Difficult Word Count
14
Pete Domenici
This new federal role should, however, expect states to get tough on youth violence and reward them for enacting law enforcement and prosecution policies designed to take violent juvenile criminals off of the street.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.42857
Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.42857
Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.78846
VADER
-0.914
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
28
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
13
Sprache Difficult Word Count
17
Pete Domenici
With those goals in mind, the bill I introduce today makes some fundamental changes to the crime fighting partnership which exists between the states and the federal government.
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
-0.718
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
45.5
Gunning-Fog Score
18.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.3
Sprache Readability Score
4.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
7
Sprache Difficult Word Count
11
Pete Domenici
It combines strict law enforcement and prosecution policies for the most violent offenders with more federal resources -- more than three times the amount available under current law -- to help states fight crime and prevent juveniles from entering the justice system in the first place.
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
-0.876
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
21.8
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.3
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
17
Sprache Difficult Word Count
20
Pete Domenici
This bill authorizes a total of $500 million to provide the states with two separate grant programs -- one, with virtually no strings attached, based on the current state formula grants -- and a second new incentive grant program for states which enact certain "best practices" to combat and prevent juvenile violence. I want to talk a little bit about each.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.25131
VADER
0.751
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
45
Gunning-Fog Score
17.9
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
20
Sprache Difficult Word Count
21
Pete Domenici
The bill authorizes $300 million, divided into two $150 million pots, for a new grant program for states which enact certain "get tough" reforms to their juvenile justice systems. States will have access to the first $150 million if they enact three practices:
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
0.758
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
59.1
Gunning-Fog Score
15.1
Coleman-Liau Index
11.6
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.2
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.8
Sprache Readability Score
4.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
13
Sprache Difficult Word Count
14
Pete Domenici
(1) Mandatory adult prosecution for juveniles age 14 and older who commit certain serious violent crimes; (2) Graduated sanctions, so that every offense, no matter how small, receives some punishment; and (3) Adult records, including fingerprints and photographs, for juvenile criminals.
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
-0.934
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
4.3
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
19
Sprache Difficult Word Count
20
Pete Domenici
States which implement these practices and enact another five of 20 suggested reforms will be eligible to receive additional funds from the second $150 million. Some of these suggested reforms include:
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
10.6
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
46.5
Gunning-Fog Score
16.5
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.4
Sprache Readability Score
3.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
11
Sprache Difficult Word Count
11
Pete Domenici
(1) Victims' rights, including the right to be notified of the sentencing and release of the offender; (2) Mandatory victim restitution; (3) Public access to juvenile proceedings; (4) Parental responsibility laws for acts committed by juveniles released to their parents' custody; (5) Zero tolerance for deadbeat juvenile parents -- a requirement that juveniles released from custody attend school or vocational training and support their children; (6) Zero tolerance for truancy; (7) Character counts training programs; and (8) Mentoring.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.19722
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.66667
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.66667
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.43508
VADER
0.25
Slightly 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
32
Pete Domenici
These programs are a combination of reforms which will positively impact victims, get tough on juvenile offenders, and provide states with resources to implement prevention programs to keep juveniles out of trouble in the first place.
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
-0.557
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
26.9
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
15
Sprache Difficult Word Count
15
Pete Domenici
The bill also increases to $200 million the amount available to states under the current OJJDP grant program. It also eliminates many of the strings placed on states as a condition of receiving those grants.
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
0.527
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
56.1
Gunning-Fog Score
13.9
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.8
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.8
Sprache Readability Score
4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
11
Sprache Difficult Word Count
15
Pete Domenici
While the Justice Department has said that the overall juvenile crime rate in the United States dropped again last year, the juvenile crime statistics also tell us that our young people are more violent than ever. In 1996 in my home state of New Mexico, there were 36,927 referrals to the state juvenile parole and probation office. 39% of those referred have a history of 10 or more contacts with the justice system. The number of these referrals for VIOLENT offenses, including murder, robbery, assault and rape increased 64 percent from 1993 to 1997.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.56495
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.63636
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.63636
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-1.335
VADER
-0.97
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
59.8
Gunning-Fog Score
15.4
Coleman-Liau Index
10.6
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
29
Sprache Difficult Word Count
28
Pete Domenici
I mention these numbers not only because they make it clear that many of our children are more violent than ever, but also because they have led to a growing problem in my home state, a problem which this bill will help fix. More juvenile arrests create the need for more space to house juvenile criminals. But, because of burdensome federal "sight and sound separation" rules, New Mexico has been unable to implement a safe, reasonable solution to alleviate overcrowding at its juvenile facilities.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.70805
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.29412
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.29412
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.57054
VADER
-0.813
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
42.5
Gunning-Fog Score
18.3
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
22
Sprache Difficult Word Count
24
Pete Domenici
Instead, the state has been forced to consider sending juvenile prisoners to Iowa and Texas to avoid violating the federal rules and losing their funding. That is unacceptable and this bill will fix that.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.19722
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.66667
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.66667
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-1.29928
VADER
-0.949
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
47.8
Gunning-Fog Score
13.9
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.3
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.9
Sprache Readability Score
4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
13
Sprache Difficult Word Count
16
Pete Domenici
Mr. President, juvenile crime is the number one concern in my state. From Albuquerque to Las Cruces, Roswell to Farmington, and in even smaller cities like Clovis and Silver City, I hear the same thing from my constituents: our children are out of control and we need help. This bill will provide that help, in a way which will preserve the traditional role state and local law enforcement authorities play in the fight against crime. More resources to get tough on violent offenders and provide youth with more constructive things to do to keep them out of trouble, with fewer strings from the federal government. That's what this bill will do, and I hope my colleagues will support my efforts to make this a priority issue for this Congress.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.71429
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.71429
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.46634
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.13043
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.13043
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.25131
VADER
-0.612
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
61.7
Gunning-Fog Score
12.6
Coleman-Liau Index
11.6
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.2
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
37
Sprache Difficult Word Count
42
Pete Domenici
I ask unanimous consent that a copy 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
7.6
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
67.5
Gunning-Fog Score
8.7
Coleman-Liau Index
7
SMOG Index
9
Automated Readability Index
4.3
Dale-Chall Readability Score
3.9
Sprache Readability Score
3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
3
Sprache Difficult Word Count
6
Chuck Grassley
Mr. President, I rise today to introduce legislation that would modify our bankruptcy laws to deal with bankruptcies in the health care sector. According to testimony I received in the Subcommittee on Administrative Oversight and the Courts, almost one- third of our hospitals could face foreclosure because they are not financially sound. And a number of nursing homes are in terrible financial trouble. I believe that chapter 11 and chapter 9 of the Bankruptcy Code could be vitally important in keeping troubled hospitals in business. The bill we are proposing will ensure that chapter 11 will work fairly and efficiently in the unfortunate event that we face a rash of health care bankruptcies. The bill will also make sure the health care businesses which liquidate under Chapter 7 don't just throw patients by the wayside in a rush to sell assets and pay creditors.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.8
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.8
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.84583
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.26667
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.26667
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.52807
VADER
0.691
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
53.8
Gunning-Fog Score
14.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.4
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
40
Sprache Difficult Word Count
45
Chuck Grassley
Currently, the Bankruptcy Code does an adequate job of helping debtors reorganize and helping creditors recover losses. However, the code does not provide protection for the interests of patients. This bill contains several important reforms to protect patients when health care providers declare bankruptcy. Specifically, the bill addresses the disposal of patient records, the costs associated with closing a health care business, the duty to transfer patients upon the closing of a health care facility and the appointment of an ombudsman to protect patient rights.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.6129
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.6129
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.36688
VADER
0.96
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
35
Gunning-Fog Score
16.5
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
34
Sprache Difficult Word Count
34
Chuck Grassley
Section 102 covers the disposal of patient records. The legislation provides clear and specific guidance to trustees who may not be aware of state law requirements for maintaining the patient records or the confidentiality issues associated with patient records. Section 102 is necessary given the patient's need for the records and the apparent lack of clear instruction, whether statutory or otherwise, describing a proper procedure in dealing with patient records when closing a facility.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.57143
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.57143
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.18958
VADER
0.494
Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
28.6
Gunning-Fog Score
18
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
30
Sprache Difficult Word Count
33
Chuck Grassley
Section 103 brings the costs associated with closing a health care business, including any expenses incurred by disposing of patient records and transferring patients to another health care facility, within the administrative expense umbrella of the Bankruptcy Act.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.07692
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.07692
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.1431
VADER
0.751
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
5.7
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
16
Sprache Difficult Word Count
18
Chuck Grassley
Section 104 provides for an ombudsman to act as an advocate for the patient. This change will ensure that judges are fully aware of all the facts when they guide a health care provider through bankruptcy. Prior to a chapter 11 filing or immediately thereafter, the debtor employs a health care crisis consultant to help it in its reorganization effort. The first step is usually cutting costs. Sometimes, this step may result in a lower quality of patient care. The appointment of an ombudsman should balance the interests between the creditor and the patient. These interests need balancing because the court appointed professionals owe fiduciary duties to creditors and the estate but not necessarily to the patients. There will be occasions which illustrate that what may be in the best interest of creditors may not always be consistent with the patients' best interest. The trustee's interest, for example, is to maximize the amount of the estate to pay off the creditors. The more assets the trustees disburses, the more his payment will be. On the other hand, the ombudsman is designed to insure continued quality of care at least above some minimum standard. Such quality of care standards currently exist throughout the health care environment, from the health care facility itself to State standards and Federal standards.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.7551
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.7551
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.90096
VADER
0.995
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
49.3
Gunning-Fog Score
14.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.3
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
73
Sprache Difficult Word Count
68
Chuck Grassley
Consider the following excerpt from the Los Angeles Times on September 28, 1997 which describes the unconscionable, pathetic, and traumatizing consequences of sudden nursing home closings:
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
-0.791
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
17.8
Gunning-Fog Score
18.1
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8
Sprache Readability Score
4.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
11
Sprache Difficult Word Count
13
Chuck Grassley
The presence of an ombudsman probably would result in fewer instances similar to what I just described, where trustees quickly close health care facilities without notifying appropriate state and federal agencies and without notifying the bankruptcy court.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.8473
VADER
0.542
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
11.5
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
16
Sprache Difficult Word Count
18
Chuck Grassley
Section 1105 requires a trustee to use reasonable and best efforts to transfer patients in the face of a health care business closing. This provision is both useful and necessary in that it outlines a trustee's duty with respect to a transfer of vulnerable patients.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.83321
VADER
0.926
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
52.4
Gunning-Fog Score
12.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.7
Sprache Readability Score
4.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
16
Sprache Difficult Word Count
18
Chuck Grassley
For all these reasons, I urge you to join me and my colleagues in supporting this bill which will protect the interests of patients in health care bankruptcies.
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
0.898
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
57.6
Gunning-Fog Score
16.9
Coleman-Liau Index
11.7
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.8
Sprache Readability Score
4.8
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
6
Sprache Difficult Word Count
9
Patrick Leahy
Mr. President, I am pleased to join Senator Grassley and Senator Torricelli in introducing legislation to protect patient privacy when a hospital, nursing home, HMO or other institution holding medical records is involved in a bankruptcy proceeding that leads to liquidation.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.99853
VADER
0.772
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
21
Gunning-Fog Score
17
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.7
Sprache Readability Score
4.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
20
Sprache Difficult Word Count
21
Patrick Leahy
Of course, in the best case scenario any institution holding patient health care records would continue to follow applicable state or federal law requiring proper storage and safeguards. The fact is, however, under current law during a business liquidation an individual would have to wait until there has been a serious breach of their privacy rights before anyone stepped in to ensure that patient privacy is protected. Under current law it is questionable what protection these most sensitive personal records would have during a liquidation.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.3979
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.29928
VADER
0.915
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
26.8
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
28
Sprache Difficult Word Count
29
Patrick Leahy
The reality of this situation and the practical questions of what recourse an individual would have if their personal medical records were not properly safeguarded against a business that is going out of business makes this provision essential. Our legislation would set in law the procedure that an institution holding medical records would have to follow during a liquidation proceeding.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.42857
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.42857
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.78846
VADER
-0.113
Leans Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
19.9
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
20
Sprache Difficult Word Count
23
Patrick Leahy
The bottom line is that we do not want to have to wait until there has been a breach of privacy before steps are taken to protect patient privacy. Once privacy is breached -- there is nothing one can really do to give that back to an individual.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.55556
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.55556
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0.364
Somewhat Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
64.2
Gunning-Fog Score
13.7
Coleman-Liau Index
8.5
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.8
Dale-Chall Readability Score
3.5
Sprache Readability Score
4.1
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
7
Sprache Difficult Word Count
7
Patrick Leahy
I have been working on the overall issue of medical privacy for many years. I look forward to working with Senator Grassley and Senator Torricelli on this issue to make sure that patient privacy rights are protected in bankruptcy.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.75
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.75
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.60944
VADER
0.637
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
43.9
Gunning-Fog Score
14
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.3
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.6
Sprache Readability Score
4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
14
Sprache Difficult Word Count
12
Ted Kennedy
Mr. President, today Senator Jay Rockefeller and I are introducing the Access to Rx Medications in Medicare Act. This legislation will add a long overdue benefit to Medicare -- coverage of prescription drugs. Medicare is a promise to senior citizens. It says "Work hard, contribute to Medicare during your working years, and you will be guaranteed health security in your retirement years." But too often that promise is broken, because of Medicare's failure to protect the elderly against the high cost of prescription drugs.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.8473
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.38462
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.38462
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.74721
VADER
0.586
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
45
Gunning-Fog Score
12.8
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.8
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.2
Sprache Readability Score
4.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
29
Sprache Difficult Word Count
28
Ted Kennedy
Our legislation will provide every senior citizen or disabled person with Medicare coverage for up to $1,700 worth of prescription drugs a year, and additional coverage for those with very high drug costs. Medicare will contract with the private sector organizations in regions across the country to administer and deliver the new coverage. Beneficiaries in traditional Medicare will select an organization to provide them with the benefit. Beneficiaries enrolled in Medicare+Choice organizations will receive coverage through their plan. Seniors who have equivalent or greater coverage through retiree health plans can continue that coverage or enroll in the new program. The bill will also required private Medigap plans to include supplemental coverage.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
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
0.9
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
24.7
Gunning-Fog Score
17.8
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
47
Sprache Difficult Word Count
37
Ted Kennedy
Fourteen million beneficiaries have no prescription drug coverage. Millions more have coverage that is unaffordable, inadequate, or uncertain. The average senior citizen fills 18 prescriptions a year, and takes four to six prescription drugs daily. Many of them face monthly bills of $100, $200, or even more to fill their prescriptions. The lack of prescription drug coverage condemns many senior citizens to second-class medicine. Too often, they decide to go without the medication essential for effective health care, because they have to pay other bills for food or heat or shelter. These difficult choices will only worsen in the years ahead, since so many of the miracle cures of the future will be based on pharmaceutical products.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.66667
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.66667
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.29928
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.375
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.375
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.7376
VADER
-0.612
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
46.3
Gunning-Fog Score
15.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.8
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.3
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
33
Sprache Difficult Word Count
35
Ted Kennedy
This legislation is a lifeline for every senior citizen who needs prescription drugs to treat an illness or maintain their health. It assures that today's and tomorrow's senior citizens will be able to share in the medical miracles that we can expect in the new century of the life sciences. It addresses the greatest single gap in Medicare -- and the one that is the greatest anachronism in Medicare today.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.8473
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0
VADER
0.917
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
43.7
Gunning-Fog Score
16.7
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
21
Sprache Difficult Word Count
26
Ted Kennedy
When Medicare was first enacted in 1965, its coverage was patterned after typical private insurance policies at the time -- when only a minority of such policies covered prescription drugs. Today, prescription drug coverage is virtually universal in private plans, but Medicare is still caught in its 1965 time warp.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-1.09861
VADER
0
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
36.9
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8
Sprache Readability Score
4.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
21
Sprache Difficult Word Count
15
Ted Kennedy
This legislation has been carefully developed to respond to the legitimate concerns of the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industry. We have consulted with many leading firms on the development of this plan, and we believe that the industry will work with us to refine it and enact it. The most profitable industry in America has a strong interest in assuring that the miracle cures it creates are affordable for senior citizens.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.8473
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.86667
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.86667
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.26868
VADER
0.955
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
30.9
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
26
Sprache Difficult Word Count
25
Ted Kennedy
Prescription drug coverage under Medicare will not come cheaply, and I intend to work with my colleagues in Congress to find the fairest way to pay for this benefit. It may well be necessary to allocate a portion of the budget surplus to defray the cost. The hard work of American families has created the surplus. Assuring it should be as high a priority for the Congress as it is for the American people. We know that improper or inadequate use of prescription drugs now costs Medicare an estimated at least $20 billion annually in avoidable hospital and physician costs. Clearly, a well-constructed prescription drug benefit can achieve large savings by reducing these avoidable costs. The bottom line is that there are many possible ways to pay for this benefit. A consensus on the best financing will develop as Congress considers this issue.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.95551
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.36
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.36
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.72213
VADER
0.893
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
48.2
Gunning-Fog Score
15
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.2
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
47
Sprache Difficult Word Count
40
Ted Kennedy
This legislation is literally a matter of life and death for millions of elderly and disabled citizens served by Medicare in communities throughout America. It is time for Congress to listen to their voices, and the voices of their children and grandchildren, too.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.33647
VADER
-0.586
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
39.4
Gunning-Fog Score
16
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.7
Sprache Readability Score
4.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
10
Sprache Difficult Word Count
15
Ted Kennedy
I ask unanimous consent that the text of this legislation and accompanying materials be printed in the Record.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.60944
VADER
0.226
Slightly Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
33.5
Gunning-Fog Score
16.1
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7
Sprache Readability Score
3.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
7
Sprache Difficult Word Count
8
John D. Rockefeller, IV
Mr. President, I am pleased to be introducing the "Access to Rx Medications in Medicare Act of 1999" with my colleague from Massachusetts, Senator Kennedy. Our legislation seeks to assist Medicare beneficiaries with their single largest out-of-pocket expense for health care services -- prescription drugs.
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
0.836
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
36.8
Gunning-Fog Score
11.4
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.5
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.6
Sprache Readability Score
4.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
20
Sprache Difficult Word Count
24
John D. Rockefeller, IV
I would like to thank Senator Kennedy for his leadership in bringing this issue to the forefront of the health care debate. I have long admired Senator Kennedy's commitment and dedication to improving the lives of our most vulnerable citizens.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.77778
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.77778
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.7346
VADER
0.929
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
44.8
Gunning-Fog Score
14
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.5
Sprache Readability Score
4.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
14
Sprache Difficult Word Count
16
John D. Rockefeller, IV
This is not the first time prescription coverage has been discussed seriously in the United States Senate. The debate around providing prescription drug coverage was first discussed while the creation of the Medicare program was being considered. Unfortunately, in the end, drug coverage was not included.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.42857
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.42857
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.78846
VADER
0.202
Slightly Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
46
Gunning-Fog Score
14.8
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.6
Sprache Readability Score
3.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
20
Sprache Difficult Word Count
17
John D. Rockefeller, IV
Medicare has not been updated substantially since its enactment and we know that a lot has changed in health care since 1965. The program was modeled after employer-sponsored health plans -- most of which, at the time, did not offer prescription drug coverage. Now, almost all employer-sponsored health plans recognize the important role that prescription drugs play in modern medicine. Additionally, the value of drug therapy was unclear in 1965. Today, medical and technological advances in drug safety and effectiveness have created more pharmaceutical products that can treat disease and manage chronic illnesses.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.61905
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.61905
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.35812
VADER
0.878
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
46.5
Gunning-Fog Score
15.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
35
Sprache Difficult Word Count
34
John D. Rockefeller, IV
A decade ago, the Senate sought to redress that error and provide prescription drug coverage to all -- but politics overwhelmed a much- needed policy change and the benefit was forfeited. I believe it is time to reenergize the debate.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.8473
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.36772
VADER
0.535
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
46
Gunning-Fog Score
16
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.9
Sprache Readability Score
4.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
17
Sprache Difficult Word Count
17
John D. Rockefeller, IV
Today, we have the opportunity to build on successful private sector initiatives to provide Medicare beneficiaries with much needed prescription drug coverage. Pharmaceutical benefit managers (PBMs) have the information infrastructure, claims experience, and detailed understanding of drug management to provide a strong, stable benefit structure. By taking advantage of their management skills, we can update the Medicare program, make it stronger, make it more competitive, and more able to meet the challenges presented by the approaching retirement of the baby boom generation.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.63636
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.63636
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.335
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.69231
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.69231
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.60944
VADER
0.977
Very Positive
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
8.9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
39
Sprache Difficult Word Count
38
John D. Rockefeller, IV
Mr. President, I am constantly in touch with West Virginians who describe the dilemmas they face about paying for the prescription drugs. These are people who have worked hard all their lives, raised families, contributed to their communities, and paid their taxes. Now, in the twilight of their lives, a time that they should be enjoying with their children and grandchildren, they are struggling to make ends meet. And health care expenses, especially prescription drug costs, are breaking their budgets.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.06667
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.06667
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.12516
VADER
0.527
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
63.7
Gunning-Fog Score
11.9
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.1
Sprache Readability Score
4.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
22
Sprache Difficult Word Count
26
John D. Rockefeller, IV
A West Virginia senior has an average income of $10,700 and spends $2,600 annually on average in out-of-pocket health care expenses. Prilosec, a popular anti-ulcer drug, costs about $1000 a year. Lipitor, a drug that controls cholesterol levels, and Rezulin, an anti-diabetic drug, each cost over $800 a year. But the rent, electricity, phone, and groceries also have to be paid. And there is only so much that can be cut when a person is down to choosing between basic necessities.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.36772
VADER
0.599
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.2
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
59.8
Gunning-Fog Score
12.9
Coleman-Liau Index
8.7
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
6.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
22
Sprache Difficult Word Count
28
John D. Rockefeller, IV
Mr. President, I'd like to share some examples of West Virginians who would truly apppreciate the enactment of the "Access to Rx Medications in Medicare Act." I know of an elderly woman in West Virginia who relies solely on Social Security for her monthly income of $800 but spends over $100 a month for her heart medication. I know of another elderly widow in West Virginia who has monthly income of $760 but spends $500 a month in prescription drug costs. She constantly worries about her future, especially if her health takes a turn for the worse.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.27273
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.27273
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.51083
VADER
0.45
Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
57.2
Gunning-Fog Score
11.9
Coleman-Liau Index
10.2
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
28
Sprache Difficult Word Count
32
John D. Rockefeller, IV
West Virginians are not alone. Between one-third and one-half of all Medicare beneficiaries -- that's roughly between 13 and 19 million seniors -- have little or no prescription drug coverage.
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
0.29
Slightly Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
47.8
Gunning-Fog Score
12.7
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5
Sprache Readability Score
3.3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
8
Sprache Difficult Word Count
10
John D. Rockefeller, IV
The seniors who are the most vulnerable are the lowest income beneficiaries and those suffering from chronic illnesses. Eighty percent of the elderly suffer from one or more chronic diseases, many of which could be controlled by drug therapy. The chronically ill spend $400 more annually on average than seniors without a chronic illness. Seniors in West Virginia are disproportionately hurt by chronic illness. Heart disease, cancer, strokes are the leading causes of death in my state.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.77778
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.77778
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.7346
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.68421
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.68421
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-1.5506
VADER
-0.973
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
44
Gunning-Fog Score
12.9
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
30
Sprache Difficult Word Count
31
John D. Rockefeller, IV
Low-income seniors are especially at risk for developing chronic illnesses. Unfortunately, low-income seniors are also not likely to have prescription drug coverage -- only 36% of those with incomes less than $10,000 had drug coverage -- but they spend a greater percentage of their income to pay for prescription drugs than do higher-income beneficiaries.
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
0.433
Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
36.4
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
20
Sprache Difficult Word Count
17
John D. Rockefeller, IV
Those who do have access to prescription drug coverage rely on patchwork of public and private measures that usually offer very limited coverage with high premiums, coinsurance rates, and deductibles -- making the lifesaving coverage they need hard to maintain. The most comprehensive coverage sources of prescription drug coverage are Medicaid and employer-sponsored retiree insurance. However, recent trends indicate that fewer firms are offering retiree benefits that include drug coverage because of the cost.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.53846
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.53846
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0.318
Somewhat Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
19.5
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
9.3
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
38
Sprache Difficult Word Count
35
John D. Rockefeller, IV
Seniors who do not have prescription drug coverage and have to buy medication on their own are the hardest hit by the steep increases in prescription drug costs. A recent Congressional study found that seniors may pay as much as double what HMOs, insurance companies and other bulk purchasers pay. The price difference is due to the fact that bulk purchasers can negotiate much lower prices for their drug orders than the retail pharmacies -- where seniors buy their drugs -- can. Even though 34 million seniors participate in the Medicare program, Medicare beneficiaries have no leverage when purchasing medication.
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
-0.34
Somewhat Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
38.7
Gunning-Fog Score
18.4
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
34
Sprache Difficult Word Count
31
John D. Rockefeller, IV
Mr President, the "Access to Rx Medications in Medicare Act" helps seniors in several ways. First, it would provide seniors without existing coverage a basic drug benefit, up to about $1700 dollars a year, under Medicare Part B. Once the benefit has been exhausted, seniors can continue to purchase prescription drugs at the program's discounted price. Next, this bill offers stop-loss protection that is triggered when a beneficiary spends more than $3,000 annually in out- of-pocket prescription drug costs. Finally, this legislation would improve the protections offered by current law to assist the lowest income beneficiaries and those with the highest out-of-pocket drug costs.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.58779
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.57895
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.57895
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.23676
VADER
0.91
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
42.7
Gunning-Fog Score
16.1
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
40
Sprache Difficult Word Count
37
John D. Rockefeller, IV
The "Access to Rx Medications in Medicare Act" builds on infrastructure already in place in the private sector. Pharmaceutical benefits managers, networks of retail or community pharmacies, or insurers will have the opportunity to submit competitive bids to manage the benefit. The PBMs would then negotiate discounts and rebates for Medicare beneficiaries just like they do for HMOs and insurance companies in return for a payment from Medicare.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.84615
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.84615
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.12026
VADER
0.925
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
24.6
Gunning-Fog Score
17.9
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
28
Sprache Difficult Word Count
28
John D. Rockefeller, IV
Finally, providing prescription drug coverage to seniors is cost- effective in the long-run. Drug therapy, especially in managing chronic illnesses, saves money by keeping seniors out of hospitals and nursing homes. This proposal would also save money by reducing improper use of prescription drugs, which currently costs Medicare $16 billion annually.
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)
0.37949
VADER
0.477
Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
29.8
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.1
Sprache Readability Score
4.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
24
Sprache Difficult Word Count
23
John D. Rockefeller, IV
Mr. President, when Congress created the Medicare program nearly 35 years ago, we made a commitment to provide affordable, quality health care for our seniors. Today, prescription drugs are an essential component of quality health care. The lack of affordable prescription drug coverage in the Medicare program is especially saddening at a time when most Americans are experiencing greater prosperity than ever before.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
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
0.774
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
35.1
Gunning-Fog Score
15.8
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8
Sprache Readability Score
4.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
29
Sprache Difficult Word Count
25
John D. Rockefeller, IV
I believe that we have to honor the commitment we made to those who came before us and sacrificed so much to make this nation what it is today. Providing Medicare coverage for outpatient prescription drugs is necessary to update and modernize the Medicare benefit package. Now is the time to enact legislation and so I urge my colleagues to support the "Access to Rx Medications in Medicare Act of 1999."
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.94444
VADER
0.889
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
47
Gunning-Fog Score
15.7
Coleman-Liau Index
11.1
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
24
Sprache Difficult Word Count
23
Rick Santorum
Mr. President, I rise today to introduce four pieces of legislation I introduced in the 105th Congress. Building on the support I've received for these bills, I look forward to passage this Congress of much needed liability protection for those who donate goods and services to charities.
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
0.625
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.6
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
54.1
Gunning-Fog Score
12.2
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.8
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.5
Sprache Readability Score
4.3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
17
Sprache Difficult Word Count
21
Rick Santorum
Over the past thirty years, courts have consistently expanded what constitutes tortious conduct. Regrettably, fault is often not a factor when deciding who should compensate an individual for damages incurred. This has had an impact on charitable giving. Today, individuals and businesses are wary of giving goods, services, and time to charities for fear of frivolous lawsuits.
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
-0.402
Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
35
Gunning-Fog Score
16.2
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.7
Sprache Readability Score
4.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
18
Sprache Difficult Word Count
25
Rick Santorum
This legislation is designed to free up resources for charities by providing legal protections for donors. Generally, these bills raise the tort liability standard for donors, whereby they are liable only in cases of gross negligence, hence eliminating strict liability and returning to a fault based legal standard. By allowing businesses to once again become good Samaritans, I look forward to seeing a massive increase in the donation of goods and services to charities.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.27444
VADER
0.818
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
22.9
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
31
Sprache Difficult Word Count
33
Rick Santorum
Specifically, I have introduced four bills, each of which accomplishes one of the following four objectives: first, to limit the civil liability of business entities that donate equipment to nonprofit organizations; second, to limit the civil liability of business entities that provide use of their facilities to nonprofit organizations; third, to limit the civil liability of business entities that provide facility tours; and fourth, to limit the civil liability of business entities that make available to nonprofit organizations the use of motor vehicles or aircraft.
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)
0.66329
VADER
-0.361
Somewhat 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
22
Rick Santorum
Clearly, where an organization is grossly negligent when providing goods or the use of its facilities to charity, that organization should be fully liable for inquiries caused. These bills merely require this to be the standard in cases arising from certain donations to charities.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.95551
VADER
0.836
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
30.7
Gunning-Fog Score
18.8
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.2
Sprache Readability Score
4.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
17
Sprache Difficult Word Count
17
Rick Santorum
In late 1996, the Good Samaritan Food Donation Act was passed into law. This law now protects donors of foodstuffs to charities from liability except in cases where the donor was grossly negligent in making the donation. I was proud to join Senator Bond in passing this Act. The bills I introduce today draw from my successful work with Senator Bond years ago. Each of these bills is modeled on the legal framework of the Good Samaritan Food Donation Act. I hope my distinguished colleagues who supported the Food Donation Act will help further these efforts by supporting the Charity Empowerment Project.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.8473
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.77778
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.77778
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.88707
VADER
0.983
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
52.7
Gunning-Fog Score
11.1
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.8
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
32
Sprache Difficult Word Count
30
Rick Santorum
Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the text of these bills 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
9.8
SMOG Index
7.3
Automated Readability Index
3.3
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6
Sprache Readability Score
2.3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
6
Sprache Difficult Word Count
8
John McCain
Mr. President, I introduce a joint resolution cosponsored by Senators Biden, Cochran, Hagel, Lieberman, Lugar, Dodd and Robb.
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
10.2
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
37.9
Gunning-Fog Score
10.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.2
Dale-Chall Readability Score
10
Sprache Readability Score
2.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
14
Sprache Difficult Word Count
14
John McCain
Before I go into my statement, I will mention that the Veterans of Foreign Wars today will be issuing a statement regarding their support for this resolution. The Veterans of Foreign Wars statement will read:
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.14286
Leans Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.14286
Leans Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.25131
VADER
-0.671
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
56.1
Gunning-Fog Score
9.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
10.3
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.3
Sprache Readability Score
3.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
12
Sprache Difficult Word Count
8
John McCain
I think it is important to note that this resolution would be supported by those American veterans who have fought in foreign wars.
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
-0.422
Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
51.1
Gunning-Fog Score
16.2
Coleman-Liau Index
11.8
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.6
Sprache Readability Score
3.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
5
Sprache Difficult Word Count
6
John McCain
As my colleagues know, I am concerned that the force the United States and our NATO allies have employed against Serbia, gradually escalating airstrikes, is insufficient to achieve our political objectives there, which are the removal of the Serb military and security forces from Kosovo, the return of the refugees to their homes, and the establishment of a NATO-led peacekeeping force.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.75
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.75
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.2
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.2
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.37949
VADER
0.802
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
0
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
9.7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
26
Sprache Difficult Word Count
25
John McCain
I hope this resolution, should it be adopted, will encourage the administration and our allies to find the courage and resolve to prosecute this war in the manner most likely to result in its early end and successful conclusion. In other words, I hope this resolution will make clear Congress' support for adopting our means to secure our ends rather than the reverse. But that is not our central purpose today. Our central purpose is to encourage Congress to meet its responsibilities, responsibilities that we have thus far evaded.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.42857
Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.42857
Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.78846
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.80952
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.80952
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.05412
VADER
0.978
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
47.4
Gunning-Fog Score
14.7
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
28
Sprache Difficult Word Count
27
John McCain
Many of my colleagues oppose this war and would prefer that the United States immediately withdraw from a Balkan conflict which they judge to be a quagmire so far removed from America's interests that the cost of victory cannot be justified. I disagree, but I respect their opinion as honest and honorable. I believe that they would welcome the opportunity to express their opposition by the means available to Congress.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.42857
Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.42857
Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.78846
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.22222
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.22222
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.42744
VADER
0.974
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
39.3
Gunning-Fog Score
15.6
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
22
Sprache Difficult Word Count
29
John McCain
Those of us who support this intervention and those who may have had reservations about either its necessity or its initial direction but are now committed to winning it should also welcome this resolution as the instrument for doing our duty, as we have called on so many fine young Americans to do their duty at the risk of their lives. If those who oppose this war and any widening of it prevail, so be it. The President will pursue his present course as authorized by earlier congressional resolutions until its failure demands we settle on Mr. Milosevic's terms.
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)
0.36772
VADER
0.718
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
47.6
Gunning-Fog Score
15.6
Coleman-Liau Index
11.7
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
27
Sprache Difficult Word Count
30
John McCain
Those of our colleagues who feel that course is preferable to the price that would be incurred by fully prosecuting this war can rightly claim that they followed the demands of conscience and Constitution, but they must also be accountable to the country and the world for whatever negative consequences ensue from our failure. Should those of us who want to use all necessary force to win this war prevail, then we must accept the responsibility for the losses incurred in its prosecution. That is the only honorable course.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.55556
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.55556
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.15789
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.15789
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.30228
VADER
-0.55
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
43.6
Gunning-Fog Score
17.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
24
Sprache Difficult Word Count
26
John McCain
But no matter which view any Senator holds, should this resolution be adopted at the end of a thorough debate, all Members of Congress should then unite to support the early and complete accomplishment of our mission in Kosovo.
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
0.153
Leans Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
30.6
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
12
Sprache Difficult Word Count
14
John McCain
Silence and equivocation will not unburden us of our responsibility to support or oppose the war. I do not recommend lightly the course I have called on the President to pursue. I know, as should any one who votes for this resolution, that if Americans die in a land war with Serbia, we will bear a considerable share of the blame for their loss. We are as accountable to their families as the President must be.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.07692
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.07692
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.1431
VADER
-0.918
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
60.7
Gunning-Fog Score
11.8
Coleman-Liau Index
9.8
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
8.5
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.7
Sprache Readability Score
4.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
18
Sprache Difficult Word Count
20
John McCain
But I would rather face that sad burden than hide from my conscience because I sought an ambiguous political position to seek shelter behind. Nor could I easily bear the dishonor of having known that my country's interests demanded a course of action, but avoided taking it because the costs of defending them were substantial, as were its attendant political risks.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.64663
VADER
-0.794
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
38.6
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.4
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
19
Sprache Difficult Word Count
25
John McCain
Congress, no less than the administration, must show the resolve and confidence of a superpower whose cause is just and imperative. Let us all, President and Senator alike, show the courage of our convictions in this critical hour. Let us declare ourselves in support of or opposition to this war, and the many sacrifices it will entail. Our duty demands it.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.42857
Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.42857
Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.78846
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.07692
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.07692
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.1431
VADER
0.863
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
55.4
Gunning-Fog Score
11.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
11.8
Automated Readability Index
8.5
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.9
Sprache Readability Score
4.2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
20
Sprache Difficult Word Count
21
John McCain
Mr. President, I reserve the remainder of my time.
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
3.2
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
80.1
Gunning-Fog Score
6.2
Coleman-Liau Index
9.7
SMOG Index
7.3
Automated Readability Index
1.2
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.2
Sprache Readability Score
1.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
4
Sprache Difficult Word Count
4
John McCain
Mr. COCHRAN addressed the Chair.
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
0
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
100
Gunning-Fog Score
1
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
3.3
Automated Readability Index
4.3
Dale-Chall Readability Score
9.6
Sprache Readability Score
1.2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
3
Sprache Difficult Word Count
3
John McCain
Mr. President, I yield as much time as the Senator from Mississippi may consume.
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
4.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
72.8
Gunning-Fog Score
2.8
Coleman-Liau Index
11.1
SMOG Index
9
Automated Readability Index
3.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.1
Sprache Readability Score
2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
6
Sprache Difficult Word Count
6
The Presiding Officer
The PRESIDING OFFICER.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0
VADER
0
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
15.6
Gunning-Fog Score
6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.3
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.6
Sprache Readability Score
1.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
4
Sprache Difficult Word Count
5
Thad Cochran
Mr. President, I am pleased to join my good friend and distinguished colleague, the Senator from Arizona, in introducing this resolution. It seems to me very important at this juncture that the Senate express itself on the subject of our obligation to use whatever force is available to our alliance in NATO to win the conflict quickly and decisively and not to be a party to dragging it out unnecessarily by telling our adversary what military actions we will not use in the conflict.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.4
Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.4
Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.76214
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.29412
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.29412
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.57054
VADER
0.88
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
35.4
Gunning-Fog Score
17.4
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
27
Sprache Difficult Word Count
29
Thad Cochran
It seems to me that an appropriate analogy to the administration's strategy is someone who gets himself into a fight, a boxing match, and says, "I am just going to use a left jab in this match, I am never going to use the right hand." No one would do that with any expectation of being successful in that conflict, in that encounter. It seems to me that that is exactly what the United States has been doing, and it has been a mistake.
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
0.318
Somewhat Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
60.6
Gunning-Fog Score
15.5
Coleman-Liau Index
8
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
3.8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
13
Sprache Difficult Word Count
18
Thad Cochran
This resolution suggests by its clear language that the President of the United States is authorized to use all necessary force and other means, in concert with United States allies, to accomplish United States and North Atlantic Treaty Organization objectives in the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.77778
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.77778
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.7346
VADER
0.915
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
3.8
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
19
Sprache Difficult Word Count
20
Thad Cochran
It also spells out in the resolution what those objectives are. It suggests that the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia withdraw its forces from Kosovo, permitting the ethnic Albanians to return to their homes and the establishment of a peacekeeping force in Kosovo. Those are our objectives.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.19722
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.55556
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.55556
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0.459
Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
40.5
Gunning-Fog Score
11.4
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.6
Sprache Readability Score
3.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
17
Sprache Difficult Word Count
15
Thad Cochran
To accomplish that, we must convince Milosevic that we are very serious that this war will be waged with all necessary force unless he surrenders his efforts to intimidate, kill, and otherwise terrify this region of Europe, and that he stop this military action, and stop it now, or he is going to suffer the most serious military consequences.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.75
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.75
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.36772
VADER
-0.933
Very Negative
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
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
19
Sprache Difficult Word Count
20
Thad Cochran
That is the message he should get from the NATO alliance and from the U.S. leadership. That is what the Senate is saying by adopting this resolution. And I hope the Senate will adopt this resolution.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.8473
VADER
0.557
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
4.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
73.6
Gunning-Fog Score
8.4
Coleman-Liau Index
9.5
SMOG Index
9
Automated Readability Index
2.5
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.6
Sprache Readability Score
2.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
10
Sprache Difficult Word Count
10
Thad Cochran
It is unfortunate that we are involved in this military action. It is very unpleasant. It is not something that any of us would have wished to have occurred. We do have to recognize, though, that our NATO allies are very actively involved in this conflict as well. Great Britain, France, Germany, and Italy are all taking -- and others -- very active roles in the prosecution of this military conflict to achieve the goals that are recited in this resolution. It is an honorable course of action to stop the killing and to stop the atrocities and restore stability in this region of Europe.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.36772
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0
VADER
-0.235
Slightly Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
54.7
Gunning-Fog Score
11.9
Coleman-Liau Index
11.1
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
8.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
33
Sprache Difficult Word Count
31
Thad Cochran
The NATO alliance was begun on the premise that Europe should be free, with an opportunity for people to live their lives in freedom, without threat from military intimidation or harm. The alliance has decided that this is an appropriate means for achieving that goal, waging a conflict against a person who has proven to be totally disrespectful of human rights, of the right to life, of the right to live in peace with his neighbors. We can no longer tolerate this under any circumstances.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.25131
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.57143
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.57143
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.18958
VADER
0.691
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
44.7
Gunning-Fog Score
17
Coleman-Liau Index
11.8
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.3
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
21
Sprache Difficult Word Count
26
Thad Cochran
So the NATO alliance is involved. And I am hopeful that the Senate will spell out our views on this issue at the earliest possible time.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0
VADER
0.511
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
6.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
73.2
Gunning-Fog Score
9.8
Coleman-Liau Index
8.9
SMOG Index
10.3
Automated Readability Index
4.8
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.3
Sprache Readability Score
3.1
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
6
Sprache Difficult Word Count
10
Thad Cochran
Mr. BIDEN addressed the Chair.
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
0
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
100
Gunning-Fog Score
1
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
3.3
Automated Readability Index
2.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
9.6
Sprache Readability Score
1.2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
3
Sprache Difficult Word Count
3
The Presiding Officer
The PRESIDING OFFICER.
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
11.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
24.1
Gunning-Fog Score
6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
8.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.6
Sprache Readability Score
1.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
4
Sprache Difficult Word Count
5
Joe Biden
Mr. President, let me thank the Senator from Connecticut for allowing me to proceed. I will be relatively brief. Unfortunately, I think we are going to have an awful lot to say on this issue for some time to come.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0
VADER
-0.44
Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
5.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
74
Gunning-Fog Score
7
Coleman-Liau Index
8.9
SMOG Index
9.7
Automated Readability Index
3.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.4
Sprache Readability Score
2.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
10
Sprache Difficult Word Count
12
Joe Biden
I thank Senator McCain. Several weeks ago, Senator McCain and I were on one of these national shows talking about this issue, and we spoke to one another after the show. We agreed on three things -- and some of my colleagues assembled here on the floor have reached the same conclusions. First, that the President of the United States, if he were to decide to use ground troops, would need congressional authorization. Second, that we and the President should not ever take anything off the table once we are in a war, in order to be able to successfully prosecute that war. And third, that we consider a resolution that talks about the use of ground force.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.22222
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.22222
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.42744
VADER
-0.128
Leans Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
62.7
Gunning-Fog Score
12.2
Coleman-Liau Index
10.6
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.1
Sprache Readability Score
4.8
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
23
Sprache Difficult Word Count
22
Joe Biden
Senator McCain had a better idea. He said, "Joe, why don't we do a resolution that suggests the President use whatever means are at his disposal in order to meet the objectives that are stated in the resolution?" So we came back after the recess with the intention of introducing a resolution. We spoke with the Democratic and Republican leadership here in the Senate. We met with the President in a bipartisan group. And we concluded that it was not the time to press for passage of the resolution. But it is time to lay it before the American people and before the Congress.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.42857
Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.42857
Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.78846
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.99853
VADER
0.44
Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.6
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
60
Gunning-Fog Score
10.9
Coleman-Liau Index
10.3
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
6.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.8
Sprache Readability Score
4.3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
27
Sprache Difficult Word Count
23
Joe Biden
This is a joint resolution. If passed, it would meet the constitutional requirement of the war clause in the U.S. Constitution. That is the equivalent of a declaration of war.
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
-0.832
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
5.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
66.8
Gunning-Fog Score
10.2
Coleman-Liau Index
10.8
SMOG Index
9.5
Automated Readability Index
2.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.9
Sprache Readability Score
2.1
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
9
Sprache Difficult Word Count
9
Joe Biden
From a constitutional standpoint, in order to use ground forces, I am of the view -- and I expect my colleagues will be of the view, whether they do or do not support ground forces, now or in the future -- that the Congress should be involved in that decision under our Constitution.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.25131
VADER
-0.128
Leans Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
34
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
9.8
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
12
Sprache Difficult Word Count
13
Joe Biden
So speaking for myself, my first and foremost reason for being the original cosponsor of this amendment with my friend, John McCain, is that I believe it is constitutionally required.
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
0.671
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
35.4
Gunning-Fog Score
17.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
9
Sprache Difficult Word Count
12
Joe Biden
Second, I believe very strongly that we should not make an international commitment and then withhold the use of any means at our disposal to reach our publicly stated objectives. This resolution will allow us, as a nation and as an alliance, to fulfill our commitments.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.63636
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.63636
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.335
VADER
0.854
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
45.6
Gunning-Fog Score
16.2
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.9
Sprache Readability Score
4.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
14
Sprache Difficult Word Count
13
Joe Biden
So I am proud to be a cosponsor of this resolution. We will have disagreements, as you will hear as this debate goes forward, as to whether or not the President and NATO have appropriately prosecuted this action thus far. I am not suggesting that all of us agree. But that will be part of a debate that takes place here on the floor of the Senate.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.11111
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.11111
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.20067
VADER
0.123
Leans Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
7.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
71.1
Gunning-Fog Score
10.3
Coleman-Liau Index
8.4
SMOG Index
10.3
Automated Readability Index
6.3
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.4
Sprache Readability Score
3.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
15
Sprache Difficult Word Count
15
Joe Biden
I, for one, do not have the military experience of John McCain; few in America do. I would not attempt to second-guess whether the military has the capacity to accomplish the objectives as stated by NATO solely through the use of air power.
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
0.422
Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
49.9
Gunning-Fog Score
14.3
Coleman-Liau Index
9.9
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.5
Sprache Readability Score
4.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
15
Sprache Difficult Word Count
15
Joe Biden
There are men on the floor like Senator Hagel -- a war hero himself, a Vietnam veteran -- who are better equipped to determine whether or not the military is accurately telling us what they can do. I am prepared to accept for the moment that the military does have that capacity.
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
0.823
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
47.8
Gunning-Fog Score
14.8
Coleman-Liau Index
10.2
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.7
Sprache Readability Score
4.8
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
14
Sprache Difficult Word Count
14
Joe Biden
Thus my sponsorship of this resolution is not for the purpose of making the case that the President and NATO should use ground troops at this moment. Instead, I think the President should be authorized to use those troops, if necessary, in order to prosecute successfully the NATO goals in the Balkans. We must have the flexibility to respond to one of the most serious crises of this century in the Balkans.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.8473
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
3.21888
VADER
0.326
Somewhat Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
55.6
Gunning-Fog Score
14.6
Coleman-Liau Index
11.3
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
21
Sprache Difficult Word Count
19
Joe Biden
I just got back from Macedonia and Albania with Ted Stevens and others. I noticed most people in Europe are not using the phrase "conflict" anymore; it is a war. This is a war. We should not kid each other about it. This is a war. The fact that there have, thank God, not been any American casualties yet, the fact that "only" three Americans have been captured, does not mean this is not a war. This is a war. And to successfully prosecute our aims, people are going to die, including Americans. I think it is almost unbelievable to think that we will meet the objectives stated by NATO without the loss of a single American life.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.22222
Slightly Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.22222
Slightly Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.42744
VADER
-0.943
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
6.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
69.5
Gunning-Fog Score
7.6
Coleman-Liau Index
8.8
SMOG Index
10.1
Automated Readability Index
4.8
Dale-Chall Readability Score
3.9
Sprache Readability Score
4.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
24
Sprache Difficult Word Count
27
Joe Biden
So this is a war, and it is testing Europe and the alliance in a way that we have not faced since the end of World War II. However we choose to label it, this is a war in the Balkans, a war that is being conducted by a war criminal named Slobodan Milosevic, who has caused the greatest human catastrophe in Europe since World War II. At stake are the lives of millions of displaced persons and refugees, the stability of southeastern Europe, and the future of NATO itself.
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)
-0.64663
VADER
-0.965
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
52.3
Gunning-Fog Score
16
Coleman-Liau Index
8.7
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
26
Sprache Difficult Word Count
29
Joe Biden
Our goals must be the safe and secure return of all Kosovars to their homes; the withdrawal of all Yugoslav and Serbian Army, police, and paramilitary forces from Kosovo; and permitting the establishment of a NATO-led peacekeeping force in Kosovo, either through a permissive environment or -- my phrase -- a practically permissible environment, one in which we could go in and the military of Milosevic could not stop us.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.63636
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.63636
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.335
VADER
0.83
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
0
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
24
Sprache Difficult Word Count
23
Joe Biden
With the stakes this high, we must give the President the necessary means to achieve our goals. The Constitution, as I said, requires that Congress consider giving such authorization. I have trust and confidence in our military leaders when they say that, at least for the moment, they do not need ground forces to achieve our goals. Nonetheless, they should have the authorization to use all military tools should they conclude otherwise. This resolution would provide that authorization.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.8473
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.75
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.75
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.75786
VADER
0.84
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
56.5
Gunning-Fog Score
11.9
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.8
Sprache Readability Score
4.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
20
Sprache Difficult Word Count
22
Joe Biden
This resolution also authorizes the President to use other means, which encompasses diplomacy as well as arms. I hope, of course, that a diplomatic solution will be possible without the use of ground forces, but only if the diplomatic solution achieves all of our stated goals.
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
0.727
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
41.9
Gunning-Fog Score
17
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.3
Sprache Readability Score
4.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
12
Sprache Difficult Word Count
13
Joe Biden
Finally, through this resolution, we are putting Slobodan Milosevic on notice that the United States and NATO allies are deadly serious about doing what it takes to compel him to withdraw his vicious ethnic- cleansers, gang rapists, recently pardoned criminals, ski-masked thugs, and his now corrupted regular army troops from Kosovo.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.25
Slightly Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.25
Slightly Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.45199
VADER
-0.796
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
7.6
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
9.9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
24
Sprache Difficult Word Count
30
Joe Biden
So, let me conclude by saying once again that there will be plenty of time to debate whether or not NATO should have had a full-blown plan on the table for the use of ground forces. I suggest to my colleagues, as I suggested at the NAC in Brussels this past Sunday, that if we had done that, there is overwhelming evidence that several of our allies would not have gone along with even airstrikes.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0
VADER
0
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
53.6
Gunning-Fog Score
17.8
Coleman-Liau Index
8.7
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.4
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
17
Sprache Difficult Word Count
17
Joe Biden
I remind everyone who is listening that the good news is that we are an alliance. The bad news is, we are an alliance. An alliance requires consensus. I respectfully suggest that as hard as it was for the Senators on this floor to convince our colleagues that air power made sense in the first instance, can you imagine what it would have been like if we were standing on the floor today authorizing the President to use all force necessary without 18 other NATO nations agreeing?
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
0.765
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
58.3
Gunning-Fog Score
14.2
Coleman-Liau Index
10.3
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.3
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
21
Sprache Difficult Word Count
23
Joe Biden
I respectfully suggest that Democrats and Republicans alike would come to the floor and say: It is not our business alone. We should only do this in conjunction with NATO.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.8473
VADER
0.458
Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
61.9
Gunning-Fog Score
8.7
Coleman-Liau Index
11.5
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
7.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.4
Sprache Readability Score
3.1
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
7
Sprache Difficult Word Count
8
Joe Biden
So, there is a delicate balancing act, not unlike what Dwight Eisenhower had to deal with in World War II with the French and the British and others. The delicate balancing act involves keeping the alliance together and at the same time not diminishing the capacity to achieve the alliance's ends.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.8473
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.95551
VADER
-0.495
Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
44.9
Gunning-Fog Score
17.3
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
17
Sprache Difficult Word Count
16
Joe Biden
The message I would like to see sent to Belgrade today is that America is united, the United States Congress is united, and American citizens are prepared to use whatever force is necessary to stop him. I would also send a message to our allies that we are resolved and we expect them to stay resolved to achieve NATO's stated objectives. If we fail to achieve our stated objectives, I believe that NATO loses its credibility as a credible peacekeeping alternative and a defensive organization in Europe. If that occurs, I believe you will see a repetition of this war in Serbia, in Macedonia, in Albania, in Montenegro, and other parts of the Balkans.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.27273
Slightly Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.27273
Slightly Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.02165
VADER
0.852
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
33.9
Gunning-Fog Score
16.3
Coleman-Liau Index
11.4
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.4
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
36
Sprache Difficult Word Count
36
Joe Biden
Much is at stake. We should not kid the American people. American lives will be lost as this continues. But America's strategic interests and American lives in the long run will be saved if we resolutely pursue the NATO objectives.
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)
0.95551
VADER
0.361
Somewhat Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
7.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
57.1
Gunning-Fog Score
10
Coleman-Liau Index
11.7
SMOG Index
11.8
Automated Readability Index
5.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.6
Sprache Readability Score
2.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
13
Sprache Difficult Word Count
12
Joe Biden
Mr. President, I again thank my friend from Connecticut. I am proud to join with the Senators on the floor here today, for whom I have deep respect. I realize they have put aside their political considerations in order to pursue this effort. I compliment them for that.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.77778
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.77778
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.7346
VADER
0.92
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
6.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
68.4
Gunning-Fog Score
7.2
Coleman-Liau Index
10.6
SMOG Index
9.5
Automated Readability Index
4.5
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.1
Sprache Readability Score
2.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
11
Sprache Difficult Word Count
13
Joe Biden
I yield the floor.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-1.09861
VADER
0
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
0
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
100
Gunning-Fog Score
1.6
Coleman-Liau Index
4.7
SMOG Index
3.3
Automated Readability Index
0
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.1
Sprache Readability Score
1.2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
1
Sprache Difficult Word Count
1
The Presiding Officer
The PRESIDING OFFICER.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0
VADER
0
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
9.9
Gunning-Fog Score
1.4
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
9.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.9
Sprache Readability Score
1.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
3
Sprache Difficult Word Count
4
Joseph Lieberman
Mr. President, I thank the Chair and I thank my friend from Nebraska for yielding time to me.
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
0.802
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
2.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
94.3
Gunning-Fog Score
3.6
Coleman-Liau Index
8.1
SMOG Index
7.3
Automated Readability Index
2.2
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4
Sprache Readability Score
2.1
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
4
Sprache Difficult Word Count
4
Joseph Lieberman
Mr. President, I come to the floor and to the decision to cosponsor this resolution with a deep sense of seriousness and purpose. These are fateful, historic and very consequential matters that we are discussing and engaged in today.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.77778
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.77778
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.7346
VADER
0.436
Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
52.6
Gunning-Fog Score
12.4
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
8
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.5
Sprache Readability Score
3.3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
12
Sprache Difficult Word Count
13
Joseph Lieberman
Great nations such as this one, and great alliances such as NATO, do not remain great if they do not uphold their principles and keep their promises. That has always been true, of course, but it seems powerfully so today, as we prepare to welcome NATO and much of the rest of the world to Washington this week to commemorate the 50th anniversary of this great alliance.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
2.56495
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
3.29584
VADER
0.885
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
50.4
Gunning-Fog Score
17.6
Coleman-Liau Index
10
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
12
Sprache Difficult Word Count
12
Joseph Lieberman
We are being tested. This alliance and this Nation are being tested in ways that a few months ago we never could have imagined would have been the case as we prepared for this commemoration. So it becomes now, in its way, less an unlimited celebration and more a renewal of commitment to the principles which animated and necessitated the organization of NATO 50 years ago. We are called on today to uphold those principles, the principles of a free and secure transatlantic community. We must keep the promises we have made in support of those principles. NATO must prevail in the Balkans, in Kosovo.
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)
3.55535
VADER
0.93
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.2
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
52.9
Gunning-Fog Score
13.5
Coleman-Liau Index
11.4
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.4
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
30
Sprache Difficult Word Count
27
Joseph Lieberman
Thugs, renegade regimes and power-hungry maniacs everywhere in the world are watching our actions in the Balkans and gauging our resolve. They must receive an unequivocal message. They must understand that they violate our principles, they ignore our promises and threats at their peril.
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
-0.802
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
46.9
Gunning-Fog Score
14
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6
Sprache Readability Score
4.1
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
15
Sprache Difficult Word Count
20
Joseph Lieberman
That is the context in which I am proud to cosponsor this resolution, to stand by our national and alliance principles, to keep our promises and to send an unequivocal message to Milosevic and all the other thugs of the world: You cannot defy forces united for common decency and humanity; you cannot ignore our promises and threats. We will not end the 20th century standing idle, allowing a murderous tyrant to mar all that we together have accomplished in Europe and in this transatlantic community over the last five decades.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.58779
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.36364
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.36364
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.72594
VADER
0.011
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
18.4
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
30
Sprache Difficult Word Count
32
Joseph Lieberman
Mr. President, I was privileged to go, almost 2 weeks ago now, to Europe with Secretary Cohen on a bipartisan, bicameral delegation of Congress. I brought home with me a heightened respect for the military machine that we and NATO -- particularly in the United States -- have developed. It is awesome in its capability and power, and our service men and women are, without a doubt, the best trained and the most committed that any nation has ever produced. I say that to say, as a matter of confidence, that no matter what it takes, they will prevail over Milosevic.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.63636
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.63636
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.335
VADER
0.947
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
51.7
Gunning-Fog Score
12.4
Coleman-Liau Index
10.7
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.3
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
27
Sprache Difficult Word Count
30
Joseph Lieberman
I still believe that the current air campaign, which is being very effectively implemented, can succeed in achieving our goals in this conflict. That, of course, depends on the test of wills that is going on now and on the test of sanity that is going on now. If there is any sanity in an enlightened national self-interest left in the higher counsels of government in Belgrade, they will stop the NATO air bombardment of their country by accepting NATO's terms and restoring peace.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.58779
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.69231
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.69231
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.52606
VADER
0.94
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
52.7
Gunning-Fog Score
17
Coleman-Liau Index
11.1
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.1
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
20
Sprache Difficult Word Count
28
Joseph Lieberman
However, it would be irresponsible not to plan for other military options that may be necessary to defeat this enemy. Not only should all options remain on the table, but all options must be adequately analyzed and readied.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.25131
VADER
-0.45
Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
33.9
Gunning-Fog Score
17.1
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.7
Sprache Readability Score
3.8
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
9
Sprache Difficult Word Count
10
Joseph Lieberman
In the case of ground forces, which will take weeks to deploy should they be necessary, we should begin now to plan for the logistics of such a mission and to ensure that appropriate personnel are adequately trained.
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
0.382
Somewhat Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
41.4
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
11.5
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
10
Sprache Difficult Word Count
10
Joseph Lieberman
I say again what I have said before, I hope and pray that NATO ground forces are not needed. I hope common sense, sanity will prevail in the government in Belgrade, but it would be irresponsible not to prepare NATO's forces now for their potential deployment, and it would be similarly irresponsible, I believe, for Congress, in these circumstances, not to authorize the President, as Commander in Chief, under article I, section 2 of our Constitution, to take whatever actions are necessary to achieve the noble objectives we have set out for ourselves in the Balkans by defeating Milosevic. That is what this resolution does, and that is why I am proud to be a cosponsor.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.26826
VADER
-0.16
Leans Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
31.2
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
11.6
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.4
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
33
Sprache Difficult Word Count
37
Joseph Lieberman
In the last week or so, several countries and others have offered proposals for seeking a negotiated cease-fire.
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)
0.51083
VADER
0
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
54
Gunning-Fog Score
13.9
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.1
Sprache Readability Score
3.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
5
Sprache Difficult Word Count
5
Joseph Lieberman
While we all pray for peace in the Balkans, I think it is important that the peace be a principled peace. NATO has clearly stated objectives, and we can settle for nothing less than the attainment of those reasonable objectives.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.56495
VADER
0.946
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.6
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
61.8
Gunning-Fog Score
14
Coleman-Liau Index
11.4
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.9
Sprache Readability Score
4.1
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
10
Sprache Difficult Word Count
12
Joseph Lieberman
They are quite simply that the Serbian invaders, the military and paramilitary forces that have wreaked havoc, bloodshed, and terror on the Kosovar Albanians be withdrawn from Kosovo; that the Kosovars be allowed to return, to be able to do no more than we take for granted every day of our lives in the U.S., which is to live in peace and freedom in their homes and villages; and that there be an international peacekeeping force to monitor that peace that we will have achieved.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.8473
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.16667
Leans Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.16667
Leans Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.31015
VADER
0.772
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
47.9
Gunning-Fog Score
15.7
Coleman-Liau Index
10.6
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
22
Sprache Difficult Word Count
23
Joseph Lieberman
If we agree on the worth and the justice of those objectives, we -- NATO, the United States -- must be prepared to do whatever is necessary to achieve those objectives. To negotiate half a victory, which is no victory, to claim that we have achieved military objectives without achieving the principled objectives that motivated our involvement, would effectively be a devastating defeat, not just for the human rights of the people of Kosovo, but for NATO and the United States.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.27273
Slightly Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.27273
Slightly Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.66667
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.66667
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.48808
VADER
0.799
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
24.3
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
25
Sprache Difficult Word Count
24
Joseph Lieberman
By introducing this resolution today, we begin a very serious and fateful debate. Today is just the beginning of it. It must, because of the seriousness of all that is involved here, engage not just the executive branch of our Government and the Members of Congress of both parties and both Houses, but the American people as well.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.25131
VADER
0.588
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
51.6
Gunning-Fog Score
11.9
Coleman-Liau Index
11.3
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4
Sprache Readability Score
4.1
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
11
Sprache Difficult Word Count
14
Joseph Lieberman
I come back to the bottom line in concluding. I am convinced that we are engaged in a noble mission with our allies in the Balkans, which goes to the heart of international security, European security and American security, but also goes to the heart of our principles as a nation.
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)
2.94444
VADER
0.945
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
43.3
Gunning-Fog Score
15.7
Coleman-Liau Index
10.3
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.9
Sprache Readability Score
4.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
15
Sprache Difficult Word Count
14
Joseph Lieberman
I close, if I may, with a prayer that God will be with all those who are fighting in the Balkans today for freedom and human rights and soften the hearts of our opposition so that the additional force that the Commander in Chief would be authorized to deploy, if this resolution passes, will not be necessary. But if it is, let this resolution stand, introduced as it is today by a bipartisan group of Members of the Senate, let this resolution stand for the clear statement that we will stand together as long as necessary to achieve the principles we cherish in the Balkans, as well as the security that we require.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.03609
VADER
0.95
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
25.2
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
10
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.3
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
25
Sprache Difficult Word Count
27
Joseph Lieberman
I thank the Chair, and I yield to my friend and colleague from Nebraska.
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
0.691
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
4.2
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
89.9
Gunning-Fog Score
5.6
Coleman-Liau Index
8.2
SMOG Index
9
Automated Readability Index
4.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.1
Sprache Readability Score
2.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
3
Sprache Difficult Word Count
3
Joseph Lieberman
Mr. HAGEL addressed the Chair.
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
0
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
100
Gunning-Fog Score
1
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
3.3
Automated Readability Index
2.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
9.6
Sprache Readability Score
1.2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
3
Sprache Difficult Word Count
3
The Presiding Officer
The PRESIDING OFFICER.
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
11.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
24.1
Gunning-Fog Score
6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
8.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.6
Sprache Readability Score
1.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
4
Sprache Difficult Word Count
5
Chuck Hagel
Thank you, Mr. President. I thank the distinguished Senator from Connecticut.
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
0.612
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
7.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
49.3
Gunning-Fog Score
5.1
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
9
Automated Readability Index
7.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.4
Sprache Readability Score
1.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
5
Sprache Difficult Word Count
5
Chuck Hagel
Mr. President, I join with my colleagues this morning in introducing this joint resolution because it is the right thing to do, it is the responsible thing to do.
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
0.542
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
7.6
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
66.7
Gunning-Fog Score
11.3
Coleman-Liau Index
10.6
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
6.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.5
Sprache Readability Score
3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
7
Sprache Difficult Word Count
7
Chuck Hagel
Our military efforts and our political will must be consistent with and commensurate with our military and political objectives. That is the essence of what this debate is about.
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
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.2
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
40.4
Gunning-Fog Score
15.5
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.2
Sprache Readability Score
3.1
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
10
Sprache Difficult Word Count
8
Chuck Hagel
I happen to believe that the Balkans are in the national security interests of this country for many reasons: Our relationship with NATO, the stability of Central and Eastern Europe; the next ring out is the stability of the Baltics, central Asia, Turkey. So in my mind it is rather clear that we do have a national security interest here.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.94444
VADER
0.886
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
39.6
Gunning-Fog Score
18
Coleman-Liau Index
11
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
16
Sprache Difficult Word Count
15
Chuck Hagel
What this resolution is about is cutting through the fog of who is to blame, the miscalculation, mistakes up/down. That must be set aside. What we need to remember is that we are engaged in a war. We must stay focused on this commitment and have the resolution and the will to achieve the purpose which we began a month ago.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.8473
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.09091
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.09091
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.16705
VADER
-0.612
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
72.4
Gunning-Fog Score
10.1
Coleman-Liau Index
8.6
SMOG Index
10.3
Automated Readability Index
5.8
Dale-Chall Readability Score
2.8
Sprache Readability Score
3.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
8
Sprache Difficult Word Count
12
Chuck Hagel
Wars -- political, military calculations are imperfect. If we believe -- and I do; I believe our 18 NATO allies do believe -- that this is the right thing to do, then we must commit ourselves to achieving this most important objective. That means the American people must first understand what our national security interests are, the Congress must lead with the President, and we must be unified to accomplish this goal.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.2
Leans Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.2
Leans Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.33647
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.69231
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.69231
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.52606
VADER
0.625
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
47.4
Gunning-Fog Score
16.7
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
17
Sprache Difficult Word Count
20
Chuck Hagel
Surely, one of the lessons of Vietnam was that not only are long, confusing wars not sustainable in democracies, but we also learned, as Colin Powell laid out very clearly the last time that we dispatched our military might, that the doctrine of military force is very simple: Maximum amount of power, minimum amount of time.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.6
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.6
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-1.09861
VADER
0.485
Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
12.5
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
11.8
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
14
Sprache Difficult Word Count
19
Chuck Hagel
Time is not on our side here, Mr. President. Time is not on our side. The longer this goes without a resolution, the more difficult it will become and the more likely it will be that the resolution, the outcome, will be some kind of a half-baked deal that will resolve nothing; so as we began this noble effort, we will end with no nobility and no achievement as to making the world better and more stable and more secure.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.6
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.6
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.84615
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.84615
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.12026
VADER
0.537
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.2
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
72.4
Gunning-Fog Score
10.6
Coleman-Liau Index
8.3
SMOG Index
9.7
Automated Readability Index
8
Dale-Chall Readability Score
3.7
Sprache Readability Score
4.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
14
Sprache Difficult Word Count
17
Chuck Hagel
This is not a Republican/Democrat issue. It is far beyond that. I think that is well represented by the bipartisanship of this resolution. There is another consequence that flows from what we are now engaged in, and that is how we will respond to future security challenges. And just as important as that link is how others around the world will measure our response, measure our will, measure our commitment to doing the right thing.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.83333
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.83333
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.03688
VADER
0.872
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
61.2
Gunning-Fog Score
11.3
Coleman-Liau Index
11.4
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
7.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.3
Sprache Readability Score
4.1
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
17
Sprache Difficult Word Count
19
Chuck Hagel
History has taught us very clearly that when you defer the tough decisions, things do not get better; they get worse. And the more you try and appease the Milosevics of the world, things get worse, more people die, more commitment must be made later. That is surely a lesson of history.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.8473
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.16667
Leans Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.16667
Leans Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.31015
VADER
-0.587
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
7.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
72.1
Gunning-Fog Score
9.2
Coleman-Liau Index
9.9
SMOG Index
10.6
Automated Readability Index
7.8
Dale-Chall Readability Score
3.6
Sprache Readability Score
3.8
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
9
Sprache Difficult Word Count
13
Chuck Hagel
The time is now past whether we are committed to do this or not. That debate was a month ago. What we must do now is come together in a unified effort to win this, to achieve our political and military goals, stop the slaughter, stop the butchery, allow the people of Kosovo to go back into their homes, maintain the stability of that part of the world, and allow for a political resolution to develop -- not one that we dictate, not one that NATO dictates, but the people of the Balkans.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.2
Leans Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.2
Leans Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.33647
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.46667
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.46667
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.93827
VADER
0.535
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
51.6
Gunning-Fog Score
16.6
Coleman-Liau Index
8.7
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
20
Sprache Difficult Word Count
20
Chuck Hagel
My colleagues this morning have referred to the outer rings of consequences here, the outer rings of instability. I believe that if this effort is not successful, not only are you destabilizing Central and Eastern Europe, you are taking away the opportunities those nations of Central and Eastern Europe have now, and the former republics of the Socialist Soviet Republic, for a chance to develop a democracy and individual liberties and a free market system, because you have destabilized the area for no other reason than you have brought a million refugees, displaced persons, into that part of the world where those nations and the infrastructures of those nations cannot possibly deal with that and, hence, destabilizing the very infrastructure we are trying to help.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.42857
Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.42857
Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.78846
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.27273
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.27273
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.51083
VADER
0.871
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
0
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
36
Sprache Difficult Word Count
36
Chuck Hagel
There are so many, many consequences that are attached to this one effort. I hope this resolution makes very clear, on a bipartisan basis, what we, as a Nation, as a member of NATO, as a member of the civilized world have at stake here and why it is important that we win this war. And I call it a war because it is a war.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.4
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.4
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.76214
VADER
0.374
Somewhat Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
67.9
Gunning-Fog Score
11.8
Coleman-Liau Index
6.3
SMOG Index
10.6
Automated Readability Index
7.3
Dale-Chall Readability Score
3.5
Sprache Readability Score
4.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
10
Sprache Difficult Word Count
13
Chuck Hagel
I hope that the President of the United States will provide the kind of leadership that this Nation is going to need to connect the national security interests not just at the immediate time in that part of the world, but for our long-term national security interests not just in that part of the world, but all parts of the world. The President must lead. If the President wishes to come to the Congress and ask for a declaration of war, that should be entertained and debated and carefully considered.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.66667
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.66667
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.48808
VADER
0.859
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
53.3
Gunning-Fog Score
18.3
Coleman-Liau Index
10.5
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
20
Sprache Difficult Word Count
20
Chuck Hagel
The time for nibbling around the edges here is gone. And we not only do a great disservice to the men and women that we asked to fight this war, but to our democracy and all of the civilized world if we do not do the right thing. History will judge us harshly, as it should, if we allow this to continue, what is going on in the Balkans today, and do not stop it.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.95551
VADER
0.159
Leans Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
74.3
Gunning-Fog Score
12.7
Coleman-Liau Index
6.3
SMOG Index
10.6
Automated Readability Index
8.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
3.1
Sprache Readability Score
4.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
9
Sprache Difficult Word Count
11