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Senate Floor: STATEMENTS ON INTRODUCED BILLS AND JOINT RESOLUTIONS
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13 Speakers
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Rod Grams Rod Grams said 124 sentences of a total of 761 sentences.
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Rod Grams said 2226 words of a total of 16023 words.
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Pete Domenici Pete Domenici said 87 sentences of a total of 761 sentences.
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Pete Domenici said 2083 words of a total of 16023 words.
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Mike Enzi Mike Enzi said 85 sentences of a total of 761 sentences.
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Mike Enzi said 1936 words of a total of 16023 words.
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Kit Bond Kit Bond said 84 sentences of a total of 761 sentences.
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Kit Bond said 1843 words of a total of 16023 words.
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Jeff Bingaman Jeff Bingaman said 51 sentences of a total of 761 sentences.
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Jeff Bingaman said 1377 words of a total of 16023 words.
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Dianne Feinstein Dianne Feinstein said 70 sentences of a total of 761 sentences.
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Dianne Feinstein said 1021 words of a total of 16023 words.
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Daniel K. Akaka Daniel K. Akaka said 47 sentences of a total of 761 sentences.
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Daniel K. Akaka said 1010 words of a total of 16023 words.
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Patrick Leahy Patrick Leahy said 37 sentences of a total of 761 sentences.
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Patrick Leahy said 875 words of a total of 16023 words.
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Joe Biden Joe Biden said 38 sentences of a total of 761 sentences.
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Joe Biden said 866 words of a total of 16023 words.
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Max Baucus Max Baucus said 38 sentences of a total of 761 sentences.
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Max Baucus said 697 words of a total of 16023 words.
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Jim Jeffords Jim Jeffords said 22 sentences of a total of 761 sentences.
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Jim Jeffords said 521 words of a total of 16023 words.
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Chuck Robb Chuck Robb said 15 sentences of a total of 761 sentences.
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Chuck Robb said 342 words of a total of 16023 words.
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Craig Thomas Craig Thomas said 15 sentences of a total of 761 sentences.
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Full Transcript
Chuck Robb
Mr. President, I am very pleased to be joined by my colleagues, Senators Sarbanes and Mikulski, to introduce legislation to pay overtime to federal managers and supervisors more equitably.
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
0.414
Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.1883032732
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0471184961
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0095975935
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0022183433
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0009783585
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0006953133
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0003201604
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0002511843
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0001359554
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.16033E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
3.8554E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Labor
Score:
72.005
Magnitude:
29
Code:
5
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#5
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
28.8
Gunning-Fog Score
16.8
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.3
Sprache Readability Score
3.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
14
Sprache Difficult Word Count
15
Chuck Robb
I'm proud of our federal workers. Despite seemingly constant assaults, our nations's civil servants have persevered to provide government that is working better and more efficiently than ever. We've seen a streamlined federal government that's continually asked to improve services to its customers -- the American people. But with smaller staffs and the push to increase the federal government's productivity, workloads continue to grow. As federal employees' duties grow, the need to work more overtime hours increases as well. Managers, supervisors and other FLSA-exempt employees within the federal government can receive overtime, but the current overtime cap presents two problems to these employees: they earn less working on overtime than they do for the work they perform during the week and they earn less while working overtime than the employees they supervise. Who then, can blame prospective candidates for supervisory or management positions for declining promotions when remaining in their current, non-supervisory position can mean more money for their families? If the federal government is to continue to recruit and retain a top-notch workforce, then the present overtime cap is one issue that we need to address.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.61904
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.28
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.28
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.55207
VADER
0.224
Slightly Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0309556868
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0239271511
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0020965375
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0012573495
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0007462962
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001199258
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0001149848
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
4.84325E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
4.1054E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.9407E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.3209E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Labor
Score:
75.236
Magnitude:
187
Code:
5
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#5
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
35.1
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
70
Sprache Difficult Word Count
59
Chuck Robb
Our legislation will ensure that supervisors and managers neither make less working overtime than they would during regular work hours nor make less working overtime than those they supervise. This bill increases the overtime cap from GS-10 step 1 to GS-12 step 1, the first adjustment in the overtime cap since 1966. Our bill doesn't mandate that overtime be paid; overtime pay will be implemented as it is currently, based on personnel decisions made by individual agencies.
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)
2.70805
VADER
0.296
Slightly Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.2322061919
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.2247745404
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0750320381
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0036165413
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0012553163
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0001485381
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001210547
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
6.65714E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
4.98406E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
3.42497E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
4.9434E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Labor
Score:
92.602
Magnitude:
74
Code:
5
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#5
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
47.3
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
27
Sprache Difficult Word Count
23
Chuck Robb
We should encourage incentives to attract bright and capable workers to join the management ranks of the federal government, and this bill is one such incentive. I look forward to working with my colleagues to ensure its consideration and favorable recommendation as quickly as possible.
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
0.968
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.093748339
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0609485316
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.015213975
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0032273267
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0020754173
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0003096296
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0002873841
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001215521
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.18656E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.01983E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
3.7303E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Labor
Score:
95.535
Magnitude:
45
Code:
5
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#5
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
33.6
Gunning-Fog Score
19
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
14
Sprache Difficult Word Count
19
Dianne Feinstein
Mr. President, I am pleased to join with Senator James Inhofe of Oklahoma, the chairman of the Clean Air Subcommittee, in introducing a bill, S. 1886, to allow the governor of a state to waive the oxygenate content requirement for reformulated or clean-burning gasoline. The bill also requires U.S. EPA to conduct a study on whether voluntary standards to prevent releases of MTBE from underground tanks are necessary.
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
0.832
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0402928621
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0272964593
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.007694582
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0018506917
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0002571184
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001171655
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
3.52973E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
2.17123E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
9.3499E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
6.0605E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.1141E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Environment
Score:
92.671
Magnitude:
42
Code:
7
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#7
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
52.4
Gunning-Fog Score
10.4
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
11.7
Automated Readability Index
6.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.9
Sprache Readability Score
4.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
28
Sprache Difficult Word Count
34
Dianne Feinstein
This is the fifth bill I have introduced in this Congress to address the widespread contamination of drinking water by MTBE in my state. I do this in hopes that this bill will be a straightforward solution to a very serious problem -- MTBE detections in ground and surface water in my state and at lest 41 other states.
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
-0.305
Somewhat Negative
Moderation
Violence
0.021297425
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0058567854
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0018875238
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0013936578
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.000896548
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0003865465
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0003109423
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0002790357
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
8.87508E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
4.47496E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.2107E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Energy
Score:
91.045
Magnitude:
60
Code:
8
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#8
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
56.3
Gunning-Fog Score
16.4
Coleman-Liau Index
10.1
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
14
Sprache Difficult Word Count
17
Dianne Feinstein
The Clean Air Act requires that cleaner-burning reformulated gasoline (RFG) be sold in areas with the worst violations of ozone standards: Los Angeles, San Diego, Hartford, New York, Philadelphia, Chicago, Baltimore, Houston, Milwaukee, Sacramento. (In addition, some states and areas have opted to use reformulated gasoline as way to achieve clean air.) Second, the Act prescribes a formula for reformulated gasoline, including the requirement that reformulated gasoline contain 2.0 percent oxygen, by weight.
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
-0.477
Negative
Moderation
Violence
0.1901388867
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0406160747
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0168315382
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0155906528
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0017769602
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0013889424
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0011295217
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0002402809
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0002052492
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
6.85124E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
5.36927E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Environment
Score:
89.729
Magnitude:
27
Code:
7
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#7
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
22.9
Gunning-Fog Score
17.4
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
35
Sprache Difficult Word Count
35
Dianne Feinstein
In response to this requirement, refiners have put the oxygenate MTBE in over 85 percent of reformulated gasoline now in use. MTBE stands for methyl tertiary butyl ether. The problem is that increasingly, MTBE is being detected in drinking water. MTBE is a known animal carcinogen and a possible human carcinogen, according to U.S. EPA. It has a very unpleasant odor and taste, as well.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
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
-0.608
Very Negative
Moderation
Violence
0.2241522772
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0199192626
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0072631738
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0066752924
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0009083835
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0001175013
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
3.70051E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
2.40435E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
9.0972E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
5.6473E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.115E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Environment
Score:
94.718
Magnitude:
81
Code:
7
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#7
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
51.1
Gunning-Fog Score
12.9
Coleman-Liau Index
11.7
SMOG Index
11.6
Automated Readability Index
5.3
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.2
Sprache Readability Score
3.8
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
24
Sprache Difficult Word Count
24
Dianne Feinstein
The Inhofe-Feinstein bill, S. 1886, would allow governors, upon notification to U.S. EPA, to waive the 2.0% oxygenate requirement, as long as the gasoline meets the other requirements in the law for reformulated gasoline.
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
Moderation
Violence
0.0274538936
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0173681372
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0061389772
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0020754786
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0005854182
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
7.26353E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
6.71129E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
9.4865E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
4.088E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.6334E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.1191E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Health
Score:
84.221
Magnitude:
45
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
7.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
54.4
Gunning-Fog Score
12.5
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
5.3
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.8
Sprache Readability Score
2.8
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
10
Sprache Difficult Word Count
13
Dianne Feinstein
On July 27, the U.S. EPA Blue Ribbon Panel on Oxygenates in Gasoline recommended that the 2 percent oxygenate requirement be "removed in order to provide flexibility to blend adequate fuel supplies in a cost- effective manner while quickly reducing usage of MTBE and maintaining air quality benefits." In addition, the panel agreed that "the use of MTBE should be reduced substantially." Importantly, the panel recommended that "Congress act quickly to clarify federal and state authority to regulate and/or eliminate the use of gasoline additives that pose a threat to drinking water supplies." This bill, while not totally repealing the 2 percent oxygenate requirement, moves us in that direction. It gives states that choose to meet clean air requirements without oxygenates to do so. It allows states that choose an oxygenate, such as ethanol, to do so. Areas required to use reformulated gasoline for cleaner air will still be required to use it. The gasoline will have a different but clean formulation. Areas will continue to have to meet clean air standards.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.2
Leans Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.2
Leans Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.33647
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.64286
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.64286
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.45225
VADER
0.937
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0884166919
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0560958579
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0234042964
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0070181079
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0003744587
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0003511873
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0001917832
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.000126363
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001136713
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
9.98844E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
7.86867E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Energy
Score:
78.431
Magnitude:
44
Code:
8
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#8
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
48.3
Gunning-Fog Score
14.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
60
Sprache Difficult Word Count
54
Dianne Feinstein
MTBE has contaminated groundwater at over 10,000 sites in California, according to the Lawrence Livermore Laboratory. Of 10,972 groundwater sites sampled, 39 percent had MTBE, says the state Department of Health Services. Of 765 surface water sources sampled, 287 or 38% had MTBE.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0
VADER
0
Neutral
Moderation
Harassment
0.0499547459
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0051975159
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0019683943
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0013067006
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0010671994
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0006608124
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
4.63804E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
1.84308E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
5.8162E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.0744E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.0582E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Energy
Score:
95.443
Magnitude:
52
Code:
8
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#8
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
61.9
Gunning-Fog Score
9.6
Coleman-Liau Index
11.4
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
7.8
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.1
Sprache Readability Score
3.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
18
Sprache Difficult Word Count
17
Dianne Feinstein
Nationally, one EPA-funded study found, of 34 states, MTBE was present more than 20 percent of the time in 27 states. A U.S. Geological Survey report had similar findings. An October 1999 Congressional Research Service analysis concluded that 41 states have had MTBE detections in water.
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)
-1.60944
VADER
0
Neutral
Moderation
Harassment
0.6223940756
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0219419642
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0103032238
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0010845915
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0003062536
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0001682604
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
9.68898E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
2.656E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.6584E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
4.374E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
3.49E-8
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Environment
Score:
79.685
Magnitude:
38
Code:
7
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#7
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
7.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
61.4
Gunning-Fog Score
8
Coleman-Liau Index
11.3
SMOG Index
10.5
Automated Readability Index
5.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.7
Sprache Readability Score
3.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
16
Sprache Difficult Word Count
19
Dianne Feinstein
In California, Governor Davis concluded that MTBE "poses a significant risk to California's environment" and directed that MTBE be phased out in California by December 31, 2002. There is not a sufficient supply of ethanol or other oxygenates to fully replace MTBE in California, without huge gas price spikes and gasoline supply disruptions. In addition, California can make clean-burning gas without oxygenates.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
-0.473
Negative
Moderation
Harassment
0.0092618488
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0003771557
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0002688325
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0001596733
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
4.9691E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
4.79429E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
4.65841E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
4.26084E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
2.87155E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
6.5835E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
3.73E-8
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Environment
Score:
55.127
Magnitude:
43
Code:
7
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#7
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Energy
Score:
33.552
Magnitude:
43
Code:
8
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#8
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
20.3
Gunning-Fog Score
15.4
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
28
Sprache Difficult Word Count
27
Dianne Feinstein
Therefore, California is in the impossible position of having to meet a federal requirement that is (1) contaminating the water and (2) is not necessary to achieve clean air.
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)
1.09861
VADER
0.402
Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.167520938
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0163063844
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.008239755
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0070836919
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0032426964
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0013587295
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0005290899
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001343882
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0001310423
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.56579E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
5.1292E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Environment
Score:
96.4
Magnitude:
16
Code:
7
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#7
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
25.7
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
8
Sprache Difficult Word Count
10
Dianne Feinstein
On April 12, 1999, Governor Davis asked U.S. EPA for a waiver of the 2% oxygenate requirement. I too wrote U.S. EPA -- on May 18, 1999; December 3, 1998; September 29, 1998; September 28, 1998; September 14, 1998; November 3, 1997; September 24, 1997; April 22, 1997; and April 11, 1997. I have met with EPA officials several times and have talked directly to Administrator Carol Browner. To date, EPA has not granted California a waiver of the two percent. Again, today I call on EPA to act. In the meantime, I will continue to urge Congress to act.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
-0.075
Neutral
Moderation
Harassment
0.1233394374
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0108009597
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0034109515
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0015163047
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0014637009
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0003039474
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0002480961
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
4.16874E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
2.03124E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.82324E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.02343E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Energy
Score:
55.581
Magnitude:
14
Code:
8
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#8
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Environment
Score:
34.69
Magnitude:
14
Code:
7
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#7
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
4.2
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
82.7
Gunning-Fog Score
6.4
Coleman-Liau Index
5
SMOG Index
10.3
Automated Readability Index
0.3
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.8
Sprache Readability Score
3.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
34
Sprache Difficult Word Count
25
Dianne Feinstein
Time is of the essence. California Governor Davis is phasing out MTBE in our state, but the federal law requiring 2 percent oxygenates remains, putting our state in an untenable position. Refiners needs a long lead time to retool their facilities and time is growing short.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.8473
VADER
0.262
Slightly Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.0370043737
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0098310295
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0096810567
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0036559999
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0027695784
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0027251052
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0021523503
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.001158487
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.000192565
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
8.2466E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
3.7844E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Labor
Score:
95.858
Magnitude:
239
Code:
5
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#5
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
51.5
Gunning-Fog Score
13.1
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.3
Sprache Readability Score
4.2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
16
Sprache Difficult Word Count
20
Dianne Feinstein
A major University of California study released last year concluded that MTBE provides "no significant air quality benefit" but that its use poses "the potential for regional degradation of water resources, especially ground water. . . ." Oxygenates, say the experts, are not necessary for reformulated gasoline.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.55556
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.55556
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
-0.586
Very Negative
Moderation
Violence
0.0328118767
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0283969421
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0282989175
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0042587886
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0012635617
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0011164124
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0002373231
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
6.93119E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
5.88465E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
5.44378E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.26795E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Labor
Score:
93.085
Magnitude:
154
Code:
5
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#5
Source:
Comparative Agendas
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
7.9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
19
Sprache Difficult Word Count
22
Dianne Feinstein
California has developed a gasoline formula that provide flexibility and provides clean air. Called the "predictive model," it guarantees clean-burning RFG gas with oxygenates, with less than 2 percent oxygenates and with no oxygenates. Several refiners, including Chevron and Tosco, are selling MTBE-free gas in California, for example, in the Lake Tahoe area.
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)
2.70805
VADER
0.44
Positive
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.0271117897
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0229841506
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0203199786
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0045541219
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0027101072
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0002639868
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001617043
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001090328
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
4.68565E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
8.7201E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.0078E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Housing
Score:
95.312
Magnitude:
57
Code:
14
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#14
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
29.8
Gunning-Fog Score
16.8
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
27
Sprache Difficult Word Count
26
Dianne Feinstein
Under S. 1886, air standards would still have to be met and gasoline would have to meet all other requirements of the federal reformulated gasoline program, for example, the limits on benzene, heavy metals, emission of oxides of nitrogen.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.51083
VADER
0
Neutral
Moderation
Harassment
0.0198889538
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0012902216
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0011514105
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0010422225
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0010145227
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0007695552
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0004670692
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0004384373
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0001764392
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.23781E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.8383E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Housing
Score:
71.585
Magnitude:
177
Code:
14
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#14
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
43.9
Gunning-Fog Score
16
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.4
Sprache Readability Score
4.1
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
11
Sprache Difficult Word Count
13
Dianne Feinstein
This is a minimal bill that will give California and other states the relief they need from a unwarranted, unnecessary requirement. It will allow states that want oxygenates in their gasoline to use them and those that do not to not use them.
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
0.649
Very Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.7599138189
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0621685467
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0601936597
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0306470029
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0054447344
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0036752324
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0031866366
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0022705803
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0008614
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0006273453
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0001748204
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Labor
Score:
95.477
Magnitude:
103
Code:
5
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#5
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
55.2
Gunning-Fog Score
14.2
Coleman-Liau Index
11.2
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
3.6
Sprache Readability Score
4.2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
7
Sprache Difficult Word Count
11
Dianne Feinstein
The bill does not undo the Clean Air Act. The bill does not degrade air quality.
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
0.015
Neutral
Moderation
Harassment
2.3887956515
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0115360381
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0097968528
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0083782048
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0063370084
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0056228109
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0023205595
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001584985
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0001297256
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0001277893
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.10789E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Labor
Score:
95.536
Magnitude:
303
Code:
5
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#5
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
2.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
93
Gunning-Fog Score
5.7
Coleman-Liau Index
7.4
SMOG Index
7.3
Automated Readability Index
1.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
3.4
Sprache Readability Score
2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
3
Sprache Difficult Word Count
4
Dianne Feinstein
Importantly, it can stop the contamination of drinking water in may state by MTBE.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-1.09861
VADER
0.026
Neutral
Moderation
Harassment
0.7080199197
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0489080499
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0076500779
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0053718551
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.002577182
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0005610661
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0005481401
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0003685605
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.000363637
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
9.23694E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.39236E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Labor
Score:
95.602
Magnitude:
110
Code:
5
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#5
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
53.6
Gunning-Fog Score
8.5
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
8.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.2
Sprache Readability Score
2.8
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
4
Sprache Difficult Word Count
5
Mike Enzi
Mr. President, as I have listened to those Senators who support an increase in the minimum wage speak today -- and I've listened closely -- what I've heard them repeatedly say is that the minimum wage is not high enough for workers to afford to put food on the table, pay rent or take care of their families. This is a vital point for any American family, so I've listened carefully to see if anyone who supports an increase could explain why folks in rural states and counties have identical living standards of people residing in New York City or Boston or Los Angeles. Interestingly enough, this question has been essentially left unanswered. No one who supports an increase has been able to explain how wages affect workers differently in different states, and why that matters so much when we are talking about increasing the minimum wage. In an effort to ensure that no worker gets left behind and that we are considering all economic scenarios, I feel compelled to stand up here and talk about it -- about why the number of dollars a worker gets paid has a drastically different impact from one state to another and even from one county to another. We must consider how increasing the minimum wage can make jobs in rural states and counties even more scarce; and, about how a wage hike can add even more people to the welfare rolls.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.36
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.36
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.72213
VADER
0.963
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0309908588
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0108301763
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0015764841
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0012504891
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0006583278
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0002402028
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
3.13525E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
1.3963E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
9.4046E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.6975E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.0866E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Environment
Score:
80.611
Magnitude:
28
Code:
7
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#7
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
43.9
Gunning-Fog Score
17.7
Coleman-Liau Index
11.1
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
60
Sprache Difficult Word Count
49
Mike Enzi
We have heard the old adage that people are entitled to their own opinions, but not their own facts. Well, here are the facts. It costs over twice as much to live in New York City than it does to live in Cheyenne, WY. That's a fact. A $25,000 salary in Cheyenne has the same buying power as a $51,000 salary in New York, a $32,000 salary in Boston, or a $30,000 salary in Los Angeles. In other words, the average Wyoming worker can buy more than twice as much for the same wage as a worker in Manhattan. Twice as much. To put an even finer point on this staggering disparity, if the average worker in New York City is looking to rent an apartment, she would have to spend a whopping $2,730 per month -- that's almost six times as expensive as the average apartment in Cheyenne. An apartment in Cheyenne only costs $481 on average per month.
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
0.494
Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0077917975
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0023564009
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0021028451
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0009235925
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0003286943
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001321614
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
5.66114E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
3.40372E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
2.44523E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.43027E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
3.3942E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Environment
Score:
63.711
Magnitude:
164
Code:
7
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#7
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Agriculture
Score:
24.857
Magnitude:
164
Code:
4
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#4
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
6.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
79
Gunning-Fog Score
11.2
Coleman-Liau Index
6.5
SMOG Index
11.1
Automated Readability Index
5.5
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
34
Sprache Difficult Word Count
28
Mike Enzi
What about buying a home? The price difference between urban cities and rural towns is just as alarming. In New York, the average home costs $533,000; in Boston, it costs $244,000 and here in Washington, DC, it costs $205,000. In Cheyenne, the cost of the average house is much, much less: $116,000. In other rural towns, it's far below $100,000 -- even $50,000.
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)
-0.61904
VADER
-0.128
Leans Negative
Moderation
Harassment
0.0051646792
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0025760246
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0009197883
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0002650844
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0002112854
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0001574243
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
7.79934E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
4.34885E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
3.59087E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
3.46856E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
6.0461E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Agriculture
Score:
58.294
Magnitude:
66
Code:
4
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#4
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Environment
Score:
26.62
Magnitude:
66
Code:
7
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#7
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
3.2
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
96
Gunning-Fog Score
7.8
Coleman-Liau Index
4.6
SMOG Index
9
Automated Readability Index
1.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
3.7
Sprache Readability Score
3.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
13
Sprache Difficult Word Count
15
Mike Enzi
Let's look at other necessities. In New York, it is 50 percent more expensive to buy groceries than it is in Cheyenne. In Boston, the cost of utilities are almost double what they are in Cheyenne. And in Los Angeles, medical expenses are a third higher than in Cheyenne. My point is this: the cost of living in New York, or Boston, or Los Angeles is drastically higher than it is in rural towns. This is not one person's opinion -- it's a fact. And so to propose a wage level increase across the board and from coast to coast has an impact on these empirical disparities. It is like saying that rent for every apartment in this country must not be any higher than an apartment rent in rural towns, or that every bag of groceries must not cost any more than what it costs at a small town grocery store. No one would ever propose that, which is the reason I feel the need to ensure that such economic differences are, at the very least, debated.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.36842
Somewhat Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.36842
Somewhat Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.73089
VADER
0.637
Very Positive
Moderation
Harassment > Threatening
0.0161732431
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0145689526
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0051428775
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.002188641
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0010201304
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0008998536
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0007558606
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0003937759
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0001245848
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
7.37507E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.02593E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Environment
Score:
72.588
Magnitude:
102
Code:
7
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#7
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
65.9
Gunning-Fog Score
12.2
Coleman-Liau Index
8.8
SMOG Index
11.6
Automated Readability Index
8.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.3
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
37
Sprache Difficult Word Count
37
Mike Enzi
It is different -- supporters of an increase will argue -- because the increase just sets a floor, a minimum wage for workers. States like New York, and California, and Massachusetts can tack on to that if they wish. But doesn't that just beg the question? If there is a minimum wage disparity for workers in those states with higher costs of living, then why are we raising the minimum wage in every state just to compensate for those states where it costs more to live? Why are we endangering the economic stability of rural states and counties by not considering this reality?
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.37949
VADER
0.87
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0350212969
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0135456314
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0100904537
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.002740434
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0007232284
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0002547154
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0002178554
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0001155185
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0001054819
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
1.21605E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
3.3843E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Environment
Score:
69.744
Magnitude:
68
Code:
7
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#7
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Agriculture
Score:
20.877
Magnitude:
68
Code:
4
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#4
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
59
Gunning-Fog Score
13.2
Coleman-Liau Index
11.2
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.3
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
23
Sprache Difficult Word Count
28
Mike Enzi
The raw statistics show that job growth in Wyoming is exactly half of job growth nationwide -- it's growing, but just not as quick as we would like. Each year, at least 50 percent of Wyoming's college graduates leave the state, unable to find work because there aren't enough businesses to keep pace. What that translates into is this: if the minimum wage increase passes, rural areas cold face fewer jobs than they already provide. What every student who has ever taken an economics course knows is that if you increase the price of something (in this case, a minimum wage job), you decrease the demand for those jobs. Indeed, a survey of members of the American Economic Association revealed that 77 percent of economists believe that a minimum wage hike causes job loss. For states that already struggle just to grow small businesses and increase the number of jobs they produce, such an outcome can be detrimental. And for those parents in Wyoming who tell me over and over again how tired they are of seeing their kids leave the state to attend college elsewhere -- simply because there are not enough part-time and full-time entry level jobs to get experience from and help pay for their education. One restaurant owner in a small town told me that he would increase the wage, but that would mean 5 less jobs for bus boys. After the last increase, I also recall college students complaining because college grants -- or work studies -- were negatively impacted. What happened was that grant amounts weren't increased, so the minimum wage hike resulted in less hours available per student under the grant. Students said that it resulted in a net loss for them. It's because of unforeseen situations like these, I am compelled to bring this issue to the table.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.83321
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.06667
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.06667
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.12921
VADER
0.959
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0151952001
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0080567363
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0043657365
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.000578503
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0005564556
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0003374769
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
8.36819E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.68217E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.17804E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
8.4617E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
3.8362E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Environment
Score:
87.567
Magnitude:
209
Code:
7
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#7
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.6
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
56.7
Gunning-Fog Score
14.3
Coleman-Liau Index
11.5
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.4
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
80
Sprache Difficult Word Count
75
Mike Enzi
The legislation I'm proposing today is an attempt to save rural states and counties from losing even more precious jobs because "Inside the Beltway" types think that a minimum wage hike might help workers in higher cost of living states like Massachusetts, California, and New York. This legislation, which I call "State Flexibility," is not a perfect solution. What this bill would do is give some discretion back to the states to decide whether it wants to remain at the increased federal rate of $6.15 an hour, or whether a wage that's 15 percent under the federal wage works better for the economic growth -- and the workers -- of that state.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.66667
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.66667
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.43508
VADER
0.949
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.0507621327
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0224995267
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0071979528
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.004874869
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0034789071
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0013181049
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0004126531
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0002883563
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
4.47725E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.39123E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
9.984E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Environment
Score:
78.321
Magnitude:
85
Code:
7
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#7
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
43.5
Gunning-Fog Score
18.3
Coleman-Liau Index
11.5
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.3
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
31
Sprache Difficult Word Count
33
Mike Enzi
Here's how the bill would work. First, just so that there is no confusion, it would not prevent any federal minimum wage increases from applying nationally. But this legislation would provide state legislators the ability to set the minimum wage for the state, or a county within the state, at 15 percent under the federal floor. This legislation would also allow a Governor on a "temporary" basis to set the minimum wage for a state or a county at 15 percent less than the federal floor for reasons such as high unemployment, slow economic growth or potential harm to the state's welfare-to-work programs. I have listened carefully to the concerns of one-size-fits-all wage hike advocates, who say that the proposed increase is for workers. I agree, which is precisely why I'm advocating this approach -- to ensure that welfare-to-work moms and dads living in counties with high unemployment rates aren't excluded. I am confident that nobody in this Chamber wants to leave anyone behind.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.71429
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.71429
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.46634
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.3
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.3
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.58779
VADER
-0.119
Leans Negative
Moderation
Harassment
0.0331146613
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0141338955
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0059833579
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0044185825
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0020898065
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.000329038
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0001100048
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
9.1425E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
7.2661E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.9345E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.8366E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Agriculture
Score:
42.019
Magnitude:
26
Code:
4
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#4
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Environment
Score:
40.873
Magnitude:
26
Code:
7
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#7
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
51.8
Gunning-Fog Score
15.8
Coleman-Liau Index
11.6
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
52
Sprache Difficult Word Count
55
Mike Enzi
I've talked quite a bit today about how increasing the minimum wage would affect the small business owner. Having owned a small business in Wyoming for 27 years, I can speak with some experience about just how detrimental an increase would be on small employers and job growth, and how this legislation would offer some flexibility to rural states and counties. But one area that I've been learning more about is how bad an increase would be on folks who have just recently entered the job market through welfare-to-work programs. What I've read has startled me, and as a former small business owner, the statistics pertaining to rural regions of the country make tangible sense to me. So much sense, in fact, that I am more convinced than ever that just increasing the minimum wage is not as sound a policy as advocates suggest.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.375
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.375
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.7376
VADER
0.748
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.1359920716
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0153777219
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0095375617
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0021278736
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0013168687
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001661031
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
6.22645E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
4.0752E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.1338E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.557E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
6.28E-8
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Environment
Score:
78.693
Magnitude:
98
Code:
7
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#7
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
53.8
Gunning-Fog Score
15.8
Coleman-Liau Index
11.1
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
42
Sprache Difficult Word Count
39
Mike Enzi
First. Just as a minimum wage increase would slow job creation in rural states and negatively affect people who have been employed in their field for years, college students looking for jobs, or new graduates, it would also severely impact welfare recipients looking for work. University of Wisconsin economist Peter Brandon has actually determined that minimum wage hikes actually increase duration on welfare by more than 40 percent.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.71429
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.71429
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.46634
VADER
0.625
Very Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.1296979259
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.1149644377
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0426825252
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.009265144
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0037711969
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0011599973
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0002074661
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0002053863
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.23245E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.00406E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
8.5511E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Environment
Score:
71.445
Magnitude:
107
Code:
7
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#7
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
38.3
Gunning-Fog Score
16.1
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.3
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
31
Sprache Difficult Word Count
27
Mike Enzi
Second. The Educational Testing Service has concluded that fully two- thirds of welfare recipients have skills that qualify, at best, for entry-level employment, and many fall far below. And what researchers at Boston University have shown is that lower-skilled adults are displaced after a minimum wage hike by teens and students who are perceived as having better skills.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.22378
VADER
0.796
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.0258065702
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0209715654
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0051536932
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0017227629
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0004248302
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0002218683
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0002009041
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
2.44673E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.10186E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
3.3127E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
9.212E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Environment
Score:
58.658
Magnitude:
28
Code:
7
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#7
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Agriculture
Score:
28.512
Magnitude:
28
Code:
4
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#4
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
48.4
Gunning-Fog Score
12
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.3
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
24
Sprache Difficult Word Count
28
Mike Enzi
Third. Undoubtedly due to the above, research from Michigan State University shows that minimum wage hikes push as many families into poverty (due to job loss, for example), as they pull out of poverty.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.66667
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.66667
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-1.29928
VADER
-0.836
Very Negative
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.3108327044
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.1874170266
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.1428595395
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.039184693
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0096193915
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0012073945
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0006261868
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0001621172
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
8.08382E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
4.61309E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.62181E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
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
9.5
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6
Sprache Readability Score
3.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
11
Sprache Difficult Word Count
12
Mike Enzi
These daunting statistics sound alarms if we haphazardly push through a minimum wage hike that has a heck of a good sound bite, but an awful aftertaste when the dust settles and a number of workers are left behind. This proposal, however, speaks to this point. If a state legislature or a Governor sees a potential for a detrimental impact on welfare to work programs within that state, they can act to keep the rate at 15 percent under the federal floor. This is simple, rational discretion. This legislation instills the same ideals incorporated in the 1996 Welfare Reform Act and the 1998 Workforce Investment Act. Congress and the President entrusted states with administering welfare- to-work and our nation's job training programs. This bill would complement those landmark laws by saying that states can adjust the mandatory wage -- ensuring that no worker gets left behind. We must not turn a blind eye when state flexibility matters most.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.18519
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.18519
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.36101
VADER
0.718
Very Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.113730703
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0147708546
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0069131784
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0023255221
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.000412185
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001110954
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
9.23387E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
6.3904E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
7.812E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
5.014E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.039E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Macroeconomics
Score:
93.681
Magnitude:
80
Code:
1
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#1
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
57.7
Gunning-Fog Score
13
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.2
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.4
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
44
Sprache Difficult Word Count
51
Mike Enzi
As chairman of the Senate Subcommittee on Employment, Safety and Training, my colleagues can be assured that the problem of economic disparities spurred by the lack of consideration by federal mandates will continue until we take a closer look. It's real and it deserves our attention. It is my hope that by discussing this bill, the Senate will begin to exclude the politics from the minimum wage debate and start examining the full spectrum of this issue. I am serious about addressing this and I fully intend to debate it during the second session. The media and interest groups have asked that we not politicize the minimum wage. I couldn't agree more, which is why I ask you to carefully consider not leaving anyone behind. I ask unanimous consent that the text of the bill be printed in the Record.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.54545
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.54545
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.15745
VADER
0.715
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.761212362
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.2951786155
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.2486255253
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0604821777
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0060028127
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0029805953
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0003297791
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
7.88966E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
5.69459E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
4.97318E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.11101E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Macroeconomics
Score:
90.34
Magnitude:
31
Code:
1
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#1
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
50
Gunning-Fog Score
14
Coleman-Liau Index
11.6
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.5
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
44
Sprache Difficult Word Count
47
Daniel K. Akaka
Mr. President, I rise to introduce a bill that will enhance our ability to understand and conserve coral reef ecosystems and the ocean life that depends on them.
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)
2.3979
VADER
0.318
Somewhat Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.0819650071
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0081780476
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0036115576
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0032515622
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0031869342
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0017726576
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0013184054
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0004064136
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0001087985
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
6.54599E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
3.51103E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Social Welfare
Score:
93.75
Magnitude:
88
Code:
13
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#13
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
59.7
Gunning-Fog Score
11.3
Coleman-Liau Index
11.7
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
7.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.8
Sprache Readability Score
3.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
9
Sprache Difficult Word Count
14
Daniel K. Akaka
In the past few years, Congress and the administration have recognized the importance of coral reefs to ocean ecologies and grown increasingly concerned about the challenges facing our reefs. 1997 was recognized as "Year of the Reef," and the House passed House Concurrent Resolution 8 which recognized the significance of maintaining the health and stability of coral reef ecosystems by promoting stewardship for reefs. In 1998 the President signed Executive Order 13089 establishing the U.S. Coral Reef Task Force under joint leadership of the Department of Commerce and Department of the Interior. The Executive order directs federal agencies to take steps to protect, manage, research and restore coral ecosystems. The bill I am introducing today supplements these actions by establishing a targeted national program for coral reef research, monitoring, and conservation for areas under the jurisdiction of the Department of the Interior. It is a companion measure to S. 1253, introduced earlier this year by Senator Inouye, that authorizes a coral reef program through the Department of Commerce.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.33647
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.52381
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.52381
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0.881
Very Positive
Moderation
Sexual
0.0007015135
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0006311053
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0005229528
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0002714471
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0002689959
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
3.97093E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
9.1023E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
8.9599E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.8533E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.0883E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
8.186E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Macroeconomics
Score:
94.056
Magnitude:
89
Code:
1
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#1
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
38.1
Gunning-Fog Score
15.1
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
75
Sprache Difficult Word Count
57
Daniel K. Akaka
Mr. President, the importance of reefs to our economy, culture, and to the stability of our shorelines is becoming increasingly apparent as we begin to understand more about the interdependence of reefs and human activity. Substantial research shows that reefs are under greater stress than ever before, both from natural causes and human-induced damage. We need to act now before the decline of reefs becomes irreversible.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.58779
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.23077
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.23077
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.43532
VADER
0.128
Leans Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.0096577925
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0051550353
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0027353113
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0025082163
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0008038122
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0006401053
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0003072602
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0001502175
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
3.36672E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.78045E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
1.72401E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Macroeconomics
Score:
91.487
Magnitude:
95
Code:
1
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#1
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
42.1
Gunning-Fog Score
13.9
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.5
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7
Sprache Readability Score
4.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
26
Sprache Difficult Word Count
25
Daniel K. Akaka
This measure authorizes coral reef research and conservation efforts through the Department of the Interior. The Department manages over 2,000 acres of sensitive coral reef habitat and adjacent submerged land at 20 national wildlife refuges and 9 units of the National Park System in Hawaii, Florida, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and the territories of Guam and American Samoa in the Pacific. Of the 4.2 million acres of reefs in the United States, few have been mapped, assessed, or characterized. There is still much to learn about the location and biology of coral reefs, their susceptibility to disease, and how they can be restored and sustained.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.22378
VADER
0.637
Very Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.0384692132
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0164053054
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0030066658
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0014216763
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0008655709
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0002618752
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
5.33325E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
3.37406E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.32958E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
4.898E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
3.43E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Education
Score:
75.591
Magnitude:
93
Code:
6
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#6
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
45.6
Gunning-Fog Score
12.7
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.3
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
43
Sprache Difficult Word Count
41
Daniel K. Akaka
This measure establishes a coral reef conservation matching grant program that will leverage federal monies with non-federal funds raised through a non-profit foundation. This initiative is consistent with the efforts of the President's Coral Reef Task Force established by Executive Order No. 13089, and with the activities of other agencies, such as the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, that are involved in coral reef research, monitoring, restoration and conservation.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.46667
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.46667
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.93827
VADER
0.077
Neutral
Moderation
Violence
0.0101692938
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0096237316
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.008710871
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0028207753
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0018443488
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0004046562
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
1.03642E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
6.3701E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.3184E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
1.7543E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
4.601E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Education
Score:
94.72
Magnitude:
66
Code:
6
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#6
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
20.8
Gunning-Fog Score
17.4
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
9.8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
39
Sprache Difficult Word Count
34
Daniel K. Akaka
Under my legislation, the Secretary of the Interior is authorized to provide grants for coral reef conservation projects in areas under the Department's jurisdiction, through a merit-based, competitive program. Grants will be awarded on a 75 per cent federal and 25 per cent non- federal basis. The Secretary may also enter into an agreement with one or more foundations to solicit private funds dedicated to coral conservation programs. Up to 80 percent of the funding will be distributed equally between the Atlantic/Caribbean and the Pacific Ocean, and 20 percent of the funding can be used for emerging priorities or threats identified by the Secretary in consultation with the Coral Reef Task Force. Grants may be made to any relevant natural resource management authority of a State or territory of the United States, to other government authorities with jurisdiction over coral reefs as well as to educational or non-governmental institutions or organizations with demonstrated expertise in coral reef conservation. Priority will be given to projects that promote reef conservation through cooperative projects with local communities; that involve non- governmental organizations, academic or private institutions or local affected governments; that enhance public knowledge and awareness of coral reef resources; and that promise sound scientific information on the extent, nature and condition of reef ecosystems.
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)
1.86478
VADER
0.966
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.0355816155
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0117878953
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0051064984
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.004291334
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0025214284
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0012706937
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0007444736
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0007262488
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0007038616
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0001344705
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
4.88025E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Education
Score:
94.021
Magnitude:
68
Code:
6
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#6
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
8.7
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
9.6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
106
Sprache Difficult Word Count
76
Daniel K. Akaka
Most importantly, this legislation encourages community-based conservation efforts that involve local communities, nongovernmental organizations, and academic institutions in the protection of reefs. It brings people and communities together to participate in, and learn more about, the conservation of ocean resources -- coral reefs and the many species that depend on reef ecosystems. Only by making ordinary people responsible for reef conservation, can we alter the types of human activity and behavior that are responsible for the adverse impacts on coral reefs that we glimpse today.
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)
1.88707
VADER
0.567
Very Positive
Moderation
Sexual > Minors
0.0189008002
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0188808437
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0107437125
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0017679205
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0010510991
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0001612937
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
6.15624E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.89798E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.41591E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
8.2104E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
5.6904E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Education
Score:
97.472
Magnitude:
68
Code:
6
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#6
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
4.9
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
40
Sprache Difficult Word Count
32
Daniel K. Akaka
Mr. President, the people of Hawaii, our Nation's only insular state, are perhaps more aware of the subtle and interdependent relationship we have with coral reefs.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.60944
VADER
0
Neutral
Moderation
Sexual
0.0869890733
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0187083948
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0103177954
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0067815054
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0049238093
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0011168118
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0001848166
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0001526919
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
9.8189E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
9.07741E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
6.97426E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Education
Score:
70.675
Magnitude:
79
Code:
6
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#6
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
44
Gunning-Fog Score
9.8
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
9.2
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.3
Sprache Readability Score
3.2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
11
Sprache Difficult Word Count
12
Daniel K. Akaka
But all citizens should appreciate that the health of coral reefs is emblematic of the health of our oceans -- upon which we depend for so many resources, from clean water to food to pharmaceuticals. Coral reefs are the rain forests of the ocean -- a wild, beautiful, complex bountiful resource whose importance to life on earth, much less ourselves, is only beginning to be understood. But the harsh reality is that we are going to lose our reefs if we do not act soon, before we fully understand their role in the great web of marine life.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.2
Leans Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.2
Leans Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.33647
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.625
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.625
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.34993
VADER
0.883
Very Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.0220170332
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0122271318
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0048376314
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0033267323
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0025915553
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0025430294
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0002462163
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
5.8328E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
5.3197E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
4.7896E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
4.043E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Education
Score:
97.525
Magnitude:
72
Code:
6
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#6
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
51
Gunning-Fog Score
17.8
Coleman-Liau Index
10.6
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
19
Sprache Difficult Word Count
27
Daniel K. Akaka
There are simply more people on the globe, in more places in the ocean, than ever before. Boats, anchors, snorkelers and divers are entering the water in increasing numbers. We are removing things from the water at an increasing rate -- exotic salt water fish for home aquariums and pieces of coral for houses and home decor. The amount of sediment and pollution runoff onto coral reefs increases with every major shoreline development. It is vital that we start now, to research and preserve our reefs, before human impacts cause irreversible damages to a resource whose essential role in nature is only just beginning to be understood.
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
-0.361
Somewhat Negative
Moderation
Sexual
0.043393232
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0074203148
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0059550846
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0056647696
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0042875297
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0003912372
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0003518134
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0002242803
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0001227682
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0001024383
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.61132E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Education
Score:
96.496
Magnitude:
85
Code:
6
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#6
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
45.6
Gunning-Fog Score
14.9
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
33
Sprache Difficult Word Count
36
Daniel K. Akaka
Thank you, Mr. President. I urge my colleagues to support this legislation, which represents a critical step in helping us understand and live sustainably with coral reef ecosystems.
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
0.625
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0300445856
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0113239454
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0088835091
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0029945302
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0017371472
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0003130686
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0002522773
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
9.73528E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
5.19491E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
9.379E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
5.994E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Social Welfare
Score:
92.899
Magnitude:
79
Code:
13
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#13
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
46.3
Gunning-Fog Score
13.7
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
8.5
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.4
Sprache Readability Score
2.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
14
Sprache Difficult Word Count
14
Daniel K. Akaka
I ask unanimous consent that the bill be printed in the Record.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0.226
Slightly Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.094068842
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0410965848
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0134391565
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0022682083
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0008921411
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.00022404
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
4.17902E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
3.87877E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.33608E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
8.5962E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
8.1598E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Education
Score:
91.497
Magnitude:
77
Code:
6
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#6
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
6.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
67.8
Gunning-Fog Score
8.1
Coleman-Liau Index
9.2
SMOG Index
9
Automated Readability Index
4.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.5
Sprache Readability Score
2.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
3
Sprache Difficult Word Count
5
Rod Grams
Mr. President, we are now in the final stages of completing the FY 2000 Appropriation bills. We will soon end the first session of the 106th Congress. Looking back, I must say, we have had some successes, and I am proud of these achievements. However, the biggest failure, in my judgment, is that we have failed to learn the lessons from our past two years' experience and we have failed to maintain fiscal discipline due to our seriously flawed budget process.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.42857
Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.42857
Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.78846
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.63599
VADER
-0.791
Very Negative
Moderation
Harassment
0.0175481851
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0065947672
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.003616462
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0014451744
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0007219012
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0006930063
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.000163843
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
2.00378E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
7.518E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.681E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
8.74E-8
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Domestic Commerce
Score:
60.776
Magnitude:
76
Code:
15
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#15
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
7.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
70.3
Gunning-Fog Score
9.9
Coleman-Liau Index
10.4
SMOG Index
10.5
Automated Readability Index
7.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
26
Sprache Difficult Word Count
29
Rod Grams
That's why I rise today to introduce legislation that would reform the federal budget process, strengthen fiscal discipline, and restore government accountability to ensure that taxpayers are fully represented in Washington.
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
0.727
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0111746391
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0080935133
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0068876281
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0059608967
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0029173942
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0012946909
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0009764179
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0002197241
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.08615E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.87038E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
5.606E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
3.4
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
9.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
15
Sprache Difficult Word Count
18
Rod Grams
Mr. President, after last year's abuse of the budget/appropriation process, many of us realized that the federal budget process became a reckless game in which the team roster was limited to a handful of Washington politicians and technocrats while the taxpayers were relegated to the sidelines. This not only weakened the nation's fiscal discipline but also undermined the system of checks and balances established by the Constitution.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.3979
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.25
Slightly Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.25
Slightly Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.45199
VADER
-0.788
Very Negative
Moderation
Harassment
0.0497910194
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0493685482
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0150258042
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0107233544
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0093416347
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0087493492
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0036783356
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001084893
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0001083996
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
3.93631E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.66972E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Domestic Commerce
Score:
89.744
Magnitude:
43
Code:
15
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#15
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
33.3
Gunning-Fog Score
16.1
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
30
Sprache Difficult Word Count
29
Rod Grams
At the beginning of the 106th Congress, I argued repeatedly in this chamber that the key to a successful Congress was to pursue comprehensive budget process reforms. I introduced legislation to achieve these goals. I was pleased that Senate leaders included budget process reform as one of the top five priorities in the 106th Congress. Unfortunately, that commitment has not yet materialized.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.2
Leans Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.2
Leans Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.33647
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.42857
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.42857
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.78846
VADER
0.802
Very Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.0844721217
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.022416444
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0123017933
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0077267658
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0029142049
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0012266385
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0006130555
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001041926
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
7.89744E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.89896E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.7481E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Domestic Commerce
Score:
59.012
Magnitude:
81
Code:
15
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#15
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
43.7
Gunning-Fog Score
13.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.6
Sprache Readability Score
4.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
27
Sprache Difficult Word Count
24
Rod Grams
As a result, this year's appropriation process is almost a play-by- play of 1998. Congress over-used advanced appropriations, and used directed scoring, emergency spending and other budgetary techniques to dodge fiscal discipline and significantly increase government spending.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.75
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.75
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.60944
VADER
0.426
Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0162208118
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0149345156
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0019689631
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0015474043
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0011603978
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0005293609
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
9.69387E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
4.28354E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
3.1095E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
4.7214E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
4.6213E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Domestic Commerce
Score:
97.702
Magnitude:
89
Code:
15
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#15
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
17.8
Gunning-Fog Score
17
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.7
Sprache Readability Score
4.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
19
Sprache Difficult Word Count
19
Rod Grams
Mr. President, our failure can be traced to our seriously flawed budget process. Twenty-five years ago, Congress tried to change its budget practices and get spending under control by passing the Congressional Budget Act. Yet, over these 25 years, our national debt has grown from $540 billion to $5.7 trillion.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.58779
VADER
-0.863
Very Negative
Moderation
Harassment
0.049662072
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0391735259
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0085498577
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0076539807
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0025818928
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0011310426
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0004315383
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0003810062
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.17136E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
5.9643E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.0212E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Domestic Commerce
Score:
93.985
Magnitude:
109
Code:
15
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#15
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
7.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
64.5
Gunning-Fog Score
9
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
10.3
Automated Readability Index
7.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.1
Sprache Readability Score
3.8
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
21
Sprache Difficult Word Count
20
Rod Grams
Spending is at an all-time high, and so are taxes. The budget process has become so complicated that most lawmakers have a hard time understanding it. Of course, that hasn't stopped the proliferation of budget smoke and mirrors to circumvent the intent of the Congress. The flawed process allows members to vote to control spending in the budget and then turn right around and vote for increased appropriations. The process encourages spending increases rather than spending control. It encourages continued fiscal abuse, waste, and irresponsibility.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.55556
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.55556
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0
VADER
-0.562
Very Negative
Moderation
Harassment
0.0489804836
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0462637079
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0218622139
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0028664495
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0019426405
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0008685278
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001565324
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
6.71071E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
7.0613E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.8136E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.8619E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Domestic Commerce
Score:
97.582
Magnitude:
105
Code:
15
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#15
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
48.7
Gunning-Fog Score
11.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
10.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.2
Sprache Readability Score
4.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
30
Sprache Difficult Word Count
28
Rod Grams
Clearly, we need to immediately pursue comprehensive reform to ensure the integrity of our budget and appropriations process and avoid repeating the same mistakes we made in the past two years. We must do this early in the year before we begin to face appropriation pressures.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.25
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.25
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.45199
VADER
0.44
Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.1031310996
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0533299288
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0173906243
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0055606575
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0024940862
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0010515472
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
3.95836E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
3.15789E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.7123E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
8.625E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
6.76E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Domestic Commerce
Score:
97.126
Magnitude:
120
Code:
15
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#15
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
40
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
4.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
14
Sprache Difficult Word Count
13
Rod Grams
This is why I am introducing the Comprehensive Budget Process Reform Act. This legislation is the companion bill of HR 853, which was a bipartisan effort led by Congressmen Nussle and Cardin. It has been reported by the House Budget Committee. There are also a number of good budget reform proposals in the Senate I have earlier supported. Reforms introduced by our Budget Committee Chairman Senator Domenici are important and I strongly support his leadership in this area. My legislation is complementary to but broader than Senator Domenici's efforts.
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
0.723
Very Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.104347989
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0579977524
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0079358637
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0076651202
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0047282952
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0010897505
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0003957003
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
6.39367E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.6644E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
4.3936E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
4.0849E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Domestic Commerce
Score:
25.789
Magnitude:
85
Code:
15
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#15
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Civil Rights
Score:
20.809
Magnitude:
85
Code:
2
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#2
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
40.6
Gunning-Fog Score
11.8
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
39
Sprache Difficult Word Count
32
Rod Grams
Mr. President, let me highlight my legislation. The legislation will force us to pass a legally-binding federal budget, set aside funds each year in the budget for true emergencies; strengthen the enforcement of budgetary controls; enhance accountability for Federal spending; display unfunded liabilities for Federal insurance programs; mitigate the bias toward higher spending, modify Pay-As-You-Go (PAYGO) procedures to accommodate budget surpluses; and ensure the Social Security surplus will be protected.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.28571
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.28571
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.54654
VADER
0.904
Very Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.5910077132
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.1503480482
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0210948798
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0046659312
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0030890918
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0022776894
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0017854261
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0003942904
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0002096452
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0001358656
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
6.58603E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Domestic Commerce
Score:
97.659
Magnitude:
72
Code:
15
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#15
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
14.9
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
44
Sprache Difficult Word Count
39
Rod Grams
The core of the legislation will provide for an annual joint budget resolution, rather than a concurrent resolution, thus making it a legally binding budget through a law requiring the President's signature.
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
0.103
Leans Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.0176809684
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0136381816
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0027164389
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0018002083
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0017076911
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0005163528
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0004955929
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
7.7776E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.59097E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.29022E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
3.8958E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Domestic Commerce
Score:
97.186
Magnitude:
75
Code:
15
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#15
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
21
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
9.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
16
Sprache Difficult Word Count
17
Rod Grams
I believe this is a critical step in reforming the budget process. If Congress and the President agree on a Joint Budget Resolution at the beginning of the process, appropriators in Congress would be legally bound to stay within those spending limits. It forces confrontation at the earliest stages of the budget process, leaving adequate time for legislating detail and minimizing disputes at the end of the process which threaten to shutdown the government.
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
-0.296
Slightly Negative
Moderation
Harassment
0.034572123
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0217193927
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0032867913
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0025204452
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0005375126
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0004775949
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0002954479
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001844924
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
6.54786E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
5.07059E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.86109E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
64.816
Magnitude:
101
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Domestic Commerce
Score:
26.856
Magnitude:
101
Code:
15
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#15
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
37.7
Gunning-Fog Score
15.8
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
30
Sprache Difficult Word Count
29
Rod Grams
The second component of the bill will redefine emergency spending and create a reserve fund to pay for emergencies. Emergency spending was traditionally used for unanticipated wars and natural disasters that took life and severely damaged property. Because emergency spending today is effectively exempt from congressional spending controls, Congress and the Administration have used this as an opportunity to bust the budget for a lot of spending that isn't emergency related at all.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.33647
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.05882
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.05882
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.11123
VADER
-0.879
Very Negative
Moderation
Violence
0.0870095449
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.02654251
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0169687351
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0024280782
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0023423643
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0017730887
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.00059544
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
8.95282E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.76629E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
7.6508E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
6.3941E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Domestic Commerce
Score:
92.593
Magnitude:
45
Code:
15
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#15
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
17.6
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.1
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
32
Sprache Difficult Word Count
28
Rod Grams
Last year alone, Congress appropriated $35 billion for so-called emergencies. This year again, over $24 billion of emergency spending is appropriated. Since 1991, emergency spending has totaled over $145 billion. Most "emergencies" were used to fund regular government programs, not unanticipated events. Emergency spending is sought as a vehicle to add on even more spending priorities. This has gone too far. We need a better way to budget for emergencies. Most of this spending can be planned within our budget limits. Even natural disasters happen regularly -- why not budget for them?
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)
-0.37949
VADER
-0.604
Very Negative
Moderation
Harassment
0.0622285646
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0235968168
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0219544192
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0033094493
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0021350204
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0003957743
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001536492
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.000100692
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.38674E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.01195E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
5.2475E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Domestic Commerce
Score:
97.487
Magnitude:
74
Code:
15
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#15
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
45.7
Gunning-Fog Score
12.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
11.6
Automated Readability Index
7.5
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.7
Sprache Readability Score
3.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
36
Sprache Difficult Word Count
24
Rod Grams
My legislation will end this abuse of emergency spending. It requires both the President and the Congress to budget up front for emergencies by setting aside dollars in an emergency reserve fund. The reserve fund will contain an amount at least equal to the 5-year historical average of amounts provided for true emergencies. It includes a clear definition of "emergencies." My legislation prohibits release of funds from the reserve pending Budget Committee certification that: (1) A situation has arisen that requires funding for "the prevention or mitigation of, or response to, loss of life of property, or a threat to national security", and (2) The situation is "unanticipated" -- with "unanticipated" defined as sudden, urgent, unforeseen, and temporary.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.83321
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.15789
Leans Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.15789
Leans Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.30228
VADER
-0.318
Somewhat Negative
Moderation
Violence
0.0661998289
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0553748163
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0178324859
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.007690159
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0048578841
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0007156416
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0003670596
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001738969
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
6.08613E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.12241E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
4.3495E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Domestic Commerce
Score:
97.711
Magnitude:
75
Code:
15
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#15
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
28
Gunning-Fog Score
18.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
50
Sprache Difficult Word Count
43
Rod Grams
In the event that Congress and the President fail to agree on annual appropriation measures by October 1, my legislation will allow the budget resolution signed into law earlier in the year to automatically kick in. This will effectively prevent any future government shutdowns due to disagreements on spending priorities between Congress and the Administration.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.25
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.25
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.45199
VADER
0.026
Neutral
Moderation
Harassment
0.0361637445
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0332450494
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0100442674
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.006688865
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0036168862
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0025302421
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0015213323
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001647992
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
7.04892E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.88011E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
9.6148E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Domestic Commerce
Score:
97.268
Magnitude:
88
Code:
15
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#15
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
17.4
Gunning-Fog Score
18.3
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
21
Sprache Difficult Word Count
27
Rod Grams
Mr. President, the 1995 federal government shutdown is still fresh in our minds. It was the longest shutdown in history and caused financial damage and inconvenience to millions of Americans when the President refused to support a Balanced Budget Act and tax relief for Americans. The shutdown shook the American people's confidence in their government and in their elected officials.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.71429
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.71429
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.46634
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.11111
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.11111
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.20067
VADER
0.477
Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.1836061827
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0307851646
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0195559609
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0108996748
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0094703704
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0006075437
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
9.31532E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
4.43093E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
3.90415E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
6.9203E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
4.2539E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Domestic Commerce
Score:
97.473
Magnitude:
104
Code:
15
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#15
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
45
Gunning-Fog Score
13.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.8
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.8
Sprache Readability Score
4.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
23
Sprache Difficult Word Count
23
Rod Grams
Since 1997, I, along with Senator McCain, have been advocating an automatic continuing resolution, or CR, as we call it, to prevent a government shutdown. I was able to obtain a commitment from the Senate leadership of both parties to pursue this legislation separately in the near future. But no action has followed. If we had an automatic CR, we would not have to go through bitter battles at the end of every fiscal year.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
-0.296
Slightly Negative
Moderation
Harassment
0.0237692395
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0173827997
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0080276783
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0056200668
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0032649852
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0004874742
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0004745964
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0003988955
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.4126E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.14373E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
9.5973E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Domestic Commerce
Score:
97.069
Magnitude:
92
Code:
15
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#15
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.6
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
52.4
Gunning-Fog Score
13.9
Coleman-Liau Index
10.5
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.6
Sprache Readability Score
4.8
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
22
Sprache Difficult Word Count
23
Rod Grams
The virtue of an automatic CR is that it would allow us to debate issues concerning spending policy and the merits of budget priorities while we continue to keep essential government functions operating. The American taxpayer will no longer be held hostage to a government shutdown.
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
0.637
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0232319493
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0169047373
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0081795835
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0023359707
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0020900536
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0016226375
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0002037108
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001370828
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.80639E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.44665E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.6889E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Domestic Commerce
Score:
97.313
Magnitude:
63
Code:
15
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#15
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
29
Gunning-Fog Score
18.8
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.3
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
21
Sprache Difficult Word Count
21
Rod Grams
Mr. President, there will always be plenty of uncertainties involved in our budget and appropriations process. The automatic kick-in of the budget resolution in the bill I introduce today will work the same as my automatic CR.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.2
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.2
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.33647
VADER
-0.34
Somewhat Negative
Moderation
Violence
0.0164560362
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0059632395
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0040471037
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0039326384
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0024757825
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0003615653
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0001785866
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001159904
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
7.80781E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
3.27615E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
3.0551E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Domestic Commerce
Score:
97.562
Magnitude:
70
Code:
15
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#15
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.2
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
51.5
Gunning-Fog Score
11.4
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
7.8
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6
Sprache Readability Score
3.2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
13
Sprache Difficult Word Count
12
Rod Grams
Another flaw of the budget process is so-called budget baselines. When a government program is going to increase by 4.5 percent per year, anyone with common sense would think that is a budget increase, not a budget "cut." But under baseline budgeting it could mean "cut." Lee Iaccoca once stated that if business used baseline budgeting the way Congress does, "they'd throw us in jail." This is a typical budget gimmick. Any proposed spending levels below current baselines are perceived as program reductions, allowing some politicians to claim savings while permitting others to claim increases. Baseline budgeting is biased in favor of more spending. It is not honest budgeting but rather very misleading. My legislation would require Congress and the President to use this year's actual spending total as the baseline for the next year's budget. If we decide to spend more than the current year, we are increasing the budget. If we spend less, we are cutting it. Let's call a spade a spade.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.70805
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.05882
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.05882
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.11123
VADER
-0.524
Very Negative
Moderation
Violence
0.0614382094
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0041849955
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0038109105
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0028275465
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0018450228
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0002756949
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001961867
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
3.97693E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.8964E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
5.222E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.78E-8
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Domestic Commerce
Score:
97.519
Magnitude:
90
Code:
15
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#15
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
59.3
Gunning-Fog Score
11.1
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
11.5
Automated Readability Index
8.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
61
Sprache Difficult Word Count
51
Rod Grams
Mr. President, we have entered an era of budget surplus. It is estimated that in the next ten years, our strong economy will generate an over $1 trillion non-Social Security surplus. If we don't return this surplus to taxpayers in the form of tax relief and debt reduction, the government will spend it all. However, the current budget process limits our ability to provide tax relief for working Americans.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.45455
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.45455
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.8873
VADER
0.893
Very Positive
Moderation
Sexual
0.0099021679
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0069396388
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0038762846
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0002092078
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0001388705
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.000115232
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
4.5616E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
4.19069E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.33693E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.4294E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.8196E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Domestic Commerce
Score:
94.748
Magnitude:
55
Code:
15
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#15
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
54.8
Gunning-Fog Score
10.7
Coleman-Liau Index
11.6
SMOG Index
11.7
Automated Readability Index
7.5
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7
Sprache Readability Score
4.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
28
Sprache Difficult Word Count
28
Rod Grams
The budget law requires that all tax cuts be offset with tax increases or cuts in entitlement programs such as Medicare. Tax cuts may not be paid for by cutting discretionary spending, such as wasteful government programs. This rule, called the PAYGO rule, applies regardless of whether there is a surplus or deficit. The PAYGO rule effectively limits options with respect to reducing taxes because it precludes using spending cuts in discretionary programs to offset tax cuts. Thus there is a built-in bias in favor of higher levels of spending and taxation in the current budget process.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.81818
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.81818
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.42857
Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.42857
Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.86904
VADER
-0.599
Very Negative
Moderation
Violence
0.1520307269
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0106576234
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0051487263
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.003780696
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0037509035
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0025803693
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0018539084
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0005610238
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0002509277
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0001423096
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
9.1247E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Domestic Commerce
Score:
97.542
Magnitude:
58
Code:
15
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#15
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
50.5
Gunning-Fog Score
12.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.3
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
39
Sprache Difficult Word Count
38
Rod Grams
My legislation would amend Pay-As-You-Go requirements to permit any portion of the on-budget surplus, excluding Social Security, to be used for tax cuts.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.25131
VADER
0.052
Neutral
Moderation
Violence
0.0160990981
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0093861381
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0021846454
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0014797502
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0013995595
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0002220296
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0001584494
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001411623
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
6.09984E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.7121E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
5.8015E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Domestic Commerce
Score:
97.597
Magnitude:
93
Code:
15
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#15
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
38.4
Gunning-Fog Score
15.2
Coleman-Liau Index
11.2
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.2
Sprache Readability Score
4.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
10
Sprache Difficult Word Count
12
Rod Grams
Related to the PAYGO rule reform, my legislation also creates a lockbox to lock in every penny that is saved from floor amendments to appropriations bills and use it to reduce federal government spending. Spending levels in the budget resolution and any caps on discretionary spending would be automatically reduced by the amount in the floor amendment.
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
0.599
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.1232140814
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0712514273
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0176385365
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0175591646
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0163839199
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0019285104
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0019256269
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0003564031
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0001038504
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.89448E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.764E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Government Operations
Score:
56.149
Magnitude:
30
Code:
20
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#20
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
26.5
Gunning-Fog Score
18.4
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
22
Rod Grams
The bill requires committees to submit a plan for reauthorizing all programs within their jurisdictions in 10 years. It also prohibits the Congress from considering a bill that creates a new spending program unless it is sunset within 10 years. My legislation also guarantees Members the right to offer amendments subjecting proposed entitlements to the enhanced oversight of the appropriations process.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.4
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.4
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.76214
VADER
0.273
Slightly Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0240715381
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0114361617
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0089911649
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0018990449
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0004842275
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0003730547
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
3.64612E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
1.75161E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
5.2334E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.5409E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
3.646E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Domestic Commerce
Score:
89.648
Magnitude:
23
Code:
15
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#15
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
35
Gunning-Fog Score
16.7
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
25
Sprache Difficult Word Count
26
Rod Grams
Under the current budget process, we have over 20 budget functions, and a half dozen different committees with jurisdiction over one budget function. This has complicated the process greatly. To simplify the process, my bill collapses the 20 non-enforceable budget functions currently used into total (aggregate) spending and revenue levels, with separate categories for discretionary and mandatory spending. It is simple, and easy enough for everyone to understand.
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)
0.36772
VADER
0.25
Slightly Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.0020395193
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0020167969
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0014914283
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0012952243
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0006131279
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0002379783
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
3.58837E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
4.6779E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.3801E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
6.13E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.035E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Government Operations
Score:
49.442
Magnitude:
95
Code:
20
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#20
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
26.3
Gunning-Fog Score
17.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.3
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
28
Sprache Difficult Word Count
28
Rod Grams
Mr. President, a number of the Federal insurance programs (excluding Social Security and Medicare) that have a looming impact on the federal budget are not included in our budget process. The liabilities caused by these programs could be enormous. Budgeting for these liabilities will give us better control over long-term programs. My legislation requires the Congressional Budget Office and the Office of Management and Budget to report periodically on long-term budgetary trends, to help make Members aware of the future budgetary implications of spending programs.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.16667
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.16667
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.31015
VADER
0.637
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.014553027
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0046990015
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0045318106
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0012483039
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0003429212
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0002317157
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0002103562
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
5.478E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.2063E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
8.433E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
7.312E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Domestic Commerce
Score:
93.077
Magnitude:
125
Code:
15
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#15
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
30.7
Gunning-Fog Score
12.9
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
40
Sprache Difficult Word Count
34
Rod Grams
Finally, Mr. President, it's vitally important that we save the entire Social Security surplus, not for government spending, not for tax relief, but exclusively for Social Security.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.42857
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.42857
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.78846
VADER
0.761
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0458097755
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0290073163
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0035782592
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0019730232
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0014932528
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0005010542
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
7.31797E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
5.962E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
6.6859E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
4.6043E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.5953E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Domestic Commerce
Score:
95.568
Magnitude:
67
Code:
15
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#15
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
33.3
Gunning-Fog Score
11.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.7
Sprache Readability Score
3.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
12
Sprache Difficult Word Count
13
Rod Grams
I believe we need an enforcement mechanism to ensure that Congress and the President do not touch the Social Security surplus. My legislation requires that if any fiscal year's appropriations end up spending the Social Security surplus, a sequestration will be automatically triggered to reduce government spending across the board in the amount of the Social Security surplus that was used. Entitlement programs like Social Security and Medicare would not be cut. In addition, the bill reaffirms the protected status of Social Security under the current budgetary law.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.53846
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.53846
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0.954
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0126918807
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0080809739
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0066566987
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0021368578
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0006325285
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0001624165
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
5.91775E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
1.05077E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
3.092E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.392E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
6.274E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
26.8
Gunning-Fog Score
13.8
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
39
Sprache Difficult Word Count
33
Rod Grams
Mr. President, it is true that our short-term fiscal situation has improved greatly due to the continued growth of our economy. However, our long-term financial imbalance still poses a major threat to the health of our future economic security. Without budget process reform, we will find ourselves again and again making the same mistakes which result in bigger government, more spending and more abuse. We need to spend more time on oversight and reauthorizing expiring programs rather than on endless budget battle at the end of every fiscal year.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.42857
Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.42857
Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.78846
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.09091
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.09091
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.16705
VADER
-0.47
Negative
Moderation
Violence
0.0156253285
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0076194992
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0040909399
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0015409631
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0005701151
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0001544093
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
2.54975E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
1.44469E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
7.5927E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
3.6835E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.9559E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Domestic Commerce
Score:
53.641
Magnitude:
67
Code:
15
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#15
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
50.8
Gunning-Fog Score
13
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
29
Sprache Difficult Word Count
38
Rod Grams
President Reagan summed up the real problem of our budget process when he pointed out "this budget process does not serve the best interests of the nation, it does not allow sufficient review of spending priorities, and it undermines the checks and balances established by the Constitution." If the Congress adopts the Comprehensive Budget Process Reform Act, it will ensure a budget process that serves the best interests of the nation and allow for careful policy and spending deliberation. That's why I am introducing this legislation today. I urge my colleagues to support this measure.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.41176
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.41176
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.82098
VADER
0.886
Very Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.0023024902
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0011246804
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0009064468
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0003361911
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0003194458
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0001121372
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
1.08396E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.3858E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
9.96E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
8.737E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.291E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
55.748
Magnitude:
147
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Immigration
Score:
25.238
Magnitude:
147
Code:
9
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#9
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
40.2
Gunning-Fog Score
14.6
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
38
Sprache Difficult Word Count
33
CHAFEE. Mr. President, today I have the enormous honor of introducing legislation to renew and strengthen the Even Start Family Literacy Act. On October 1, 1985, my father stood at this desk, where I stand today, and introduced the Even Start Act. He did so because of his profound commitment to the most vulnerable and disadvantaged members of our society. As I introduce this bill, which attempts to break the cycle of illiteracy that divides our Nation into haves and have nots, I do so in an effort to continue that commitment to disadvantaged Americans.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.58779
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.23077
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.23077
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.43532
VADER
0.053
Neutral
Moderation
Violence
0.0477433176
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0083861101
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0055965025
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0031994499
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0012592876
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0010108143
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0003324543
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0002647777
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001560785
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0001423584
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
9.6081E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
52.7
Gunning-Fog Score
11.8
Coleman-Liau Index
11.8
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
8.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.1
Sprache Readability Score
4.8
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
26
Sprache Difficult Word Count
27
Last week, an identical bill was introduced in the House of Representatives by Bill Goodling, chairman of the House Committee on Education and the Workforce. Chairman Goodling introduced the original Even Start Act in the House on May 16, 1985. Both versions of the Even Start Act were reintroduced in the 100th Congress and became law as part of the Hawkins-Stafford Elementary and Secondary Improvement Act Amendments of 1987.
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
0.649
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0696296047
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.049975008
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0081806371
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0054489574
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0015535272
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0003169426
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0001285605
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
4.39583E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.20597E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.70092E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
1.09012E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
38.42
Magnitude:
70
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Government Operations
Score:
26.034
Magnitude:
70
Code:
20
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#20
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
47.8
Gunning-Fog Score
12.8
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
21
There are approximately 40 million Americans who suffer from illiteracy. Like a disease, illiteracy often goes undetected. Like a disease, illiteracy too often is passed from generation to generation. Like a disease, illiteracy is painful for families to endure. There is no certain cure for illiteracy, but by renewing and expanding the Even Start Family Literacy Program, we offer tens of thousands of families hope for a better future.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.42857
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.42857
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.8473
VADER
0.238
Slightly Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.0209672857
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0070565278
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0040066214
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0021294692
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0004014219
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001248182
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
5.30729E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
2.18215E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.744E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.1577E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
4.888E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Housing
Score:
79.53
Magnitude:
47
Code:
14
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#14
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
28.5
Gunning-Fog Score
13.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.3
Sprache Readability Score
3.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
20
Sprache Difficult Word Count
19
There are many controversies related to education policy at the local, state and federal levels. There are heartfelt, passionately held opinions about everything from funding levels to particular teaching techniques. Nevertheless, there are a few things on which nearly everyone agrees: parents are their children's first and most important teachers, and children who are read to early and often do better in school than children who are not.
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
0.913
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.0081261576
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.003183326
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0027726786
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0008841582
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0005213116
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0005122534
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001783012
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
2.5159E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.3179E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
7.614E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.519E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Defense
Score:
23.7
Magnitude:
46
Code:
16
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#16
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Labor
Score:
20.002
Magnitude:
46
Code:
5
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#5
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
35.8
Gunning-Fog Score
16.7
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
15
Sprache Difficult Word Count
20
As the father of three young children, reading together is a part of daily life that I take for granted. I suspect that it is difficult for most of the members of this body to imagine what it would be like not to have the ability to sit down with your children or grandchildren to read a favorite story. But for millions of Americans, reading a bedtime story or helping with a son or daughter's homework assignment is impossible.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.8473
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.42857
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.42857
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.78846
VADER
0.743
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.028793473
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0209048449
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0161806485
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0077645462
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0002911291
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0002550195
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0001310039
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
6.46884E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.06052E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
9.5262E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
4.7498E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
25.844
Magnitude:
47
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Domestic Commerce
Score:
23.948
Magnitude:
47
Code:
15
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#15
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
52.7
Gunning-Fog Score
15.6
Coleman-Liau Index
9.9
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
3.3
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
10
Sprache Difficult Word Count
19
The Even Start Family Literacy Act brings families together to learn. Parents who do not have a high school degree or its equivalent are eligible for this program. They learn the basic educational skills that enable them to improve their own situations and, perhaps even more importantly, they learn the skills they need to help their children in school. At the same time, children from birth to age 8 receive appropriate educational services.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.71429
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.71429
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.60944
VADER
0.8
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.0840333465
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0263824011
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0042943797
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0020825884
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0012450226
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0003514855
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001563653
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
3.80618E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.78533E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
5.659E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
3.0265E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Domestic Commerce
Score:
97.158
Magnitude:
66
Code:
15
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#15
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
50.4
Gunning-Fog Score
13.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
3.9
Sprache Readability Score
4.3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
14
Sprache Difficult Word Count
17
The bill I am introducing makes two notable changes in the Even Start program. First, it enables a child, who also is receiving title I services, to remain in the Even Start program beyond age 8. It also requires Even Start programs to utilize research-based teaching techniques for children. In addition to these improvements, it authorizes the Institute for Literacy to investigate the most effective means of improving adults' literacy skills, and it increases the authorization level to $500 million so that more families can be served.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.6
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.6
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.69231
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.69231
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.52606
VADER
0.816
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0164112513
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0067185785
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0038594026
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0025884852
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0005797655
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0002428841
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
6.40254E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
6.01717E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.13253E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
9.2314E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.5277E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Domestic Commerce
Score:
96.999
Magnitude:
107
Code:
15
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#15
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
38.4
Gunning-Fog Score
17
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
32
Currently, there are four Even Start programs in Rhode Island receiving federal funds. Each of these programs serves between 25 and 40 families. In Newport, the Sullivan School Children's Opportunity Zone/Family Center has entered into an Even Start partnership with New Visions -- the local Head Start provider, the Newport Public Library, the Florence Gray Center -- which provides housing for low-income families, the Community College of Rhode Island and the Newport Hospital. Half of its participants are non-English readers.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.75
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.75
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.60944
VADER
0.572
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0035271656
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0020466094
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0015819012
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0005308159
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0002663987
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
2.66849E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
1.78704E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
5.2647E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
3.0952E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.6584E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
4.195E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Government Operations
Score:
73.68
Magnitude:
72
Code:
20
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#20
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
44.2
Gunning-Fog Score
11.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
28
Sprache Difficult Word Count
32
In Woonsocket, the Fairmont School is the Even Start center, with partners from Literacy Volunteers of Northern Rhode Island and Woonsocket Head Start, among others. Three cities and towns -- Johnston, North Providence, and Smithfield, have joined together to create the Tri-Town Community Action Even Start Program. Finally, the Cunningham School Even Start Program has established a partnership with Pawtucket Public Schools and Libraries, the Pawtucket Day Nursery, and a range of education and social service providers.
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
0.273
Slightly Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0139316879
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0030986335
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0012603316
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0003626099
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0003144135
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001623684
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0001290049
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0001153568
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
7.09758E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
4.09197E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
3.17491E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Domestic Commerce
Score:
56.15
Magnitude:
54
Code:
15
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#15
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
32.5
Gunning-Fog Score
13.4
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
26
Sprache Difficult Word Count
31
Each of these programs has utilized existing early childhood and adult education services. Together they are striving to address the needs of the whole family.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.2
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.2
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.33647
VADER
0
Neutral
Moderation
Violence
0.1915079542
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0521004724
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0207542849
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0078212775
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0016145739
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0012404265
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0002872288
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0002649748
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0002013487
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
6.68493E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
5.08413E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Government Operations
Score:
25.718
Magnitude:
26
Code:
20
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#20
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
45.3
Gunning-Fog Score
14.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5
Sprache Readability Score
2.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
7
Sprache Difficult Word Count
9
In the 12 years since the Even Start Program first was created, our nation has been propelled into the information age. Americans are increasingly dependent on technology for a wide range of needs and services. This new age magnifies our need for a literate society. As we continue to experience technological advancements, the educationally disadvantaged fall further behind. I believe that the Even Start Family Literacy Act as reauthorized by this bill -- the Literacy Involves Families Together Act -- is critically important to our Nation's children, our Nation's families, and our Nation's future.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.2
Leans Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.2
Leans Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.33647
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.26826
VADER
0.026
Neutral
Moderation
Violence
0.5266594701
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.036980302
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0297072605
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0111633279
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.000342897
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0003296125
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0001772332
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0001711659
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0001556501
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001093857
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
4.16035E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Domestic Commerce
Score:
31.131
Magnitude:
86
Code:
15
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#15
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
28.917
Magnitude:
86
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Government Operations
Score:
20.016
Magnitude:
86
Code:
20
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#20
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
33.7
Gunning-Fog Score
15.6
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
28
Sprache Difficult Word Count
28
I see Senator Jeffords on the floor. Before I yield to him, I thank him for his generosity to me and for his leadership in the area of education. Chairman Jeffords has the daunting task of leading the Senate's efforts to reauthorize the Elementary and Secondary Education Act. From what I know of Senator Jeffords, this major undertaking couldn't be in more able hands.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.95551
VADER
0.7
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.1372681814
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0434946327
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0037582937
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0018165176
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0009022493
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0004359802
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0003818282
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0001794507
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
7.3727E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
7.23451E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.84475E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Government Operations
Score:
71.372
Magnitude:
17
Code:
20
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#20
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
51.8
Gunning-Fog Score
9.5
Coleman-Liau Index
11.6
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
8.5
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.7
Sprache Readability Score
4.2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
20
Sprache Difficult Word Count
19
Mr. President, I urge my colleagues to join me as cosponsors 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)
1.60944
VADER
0.296
Slightly Positive
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.0523048046
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0444296107
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0361212267
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.012377782
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0016984435
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0009664846
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0002157615
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0001937931
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001482152
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0001253455
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
4.13791E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
78.9
Gunning-Fog Score
8.5
Coleman-Liau Index
8.6
SMOG Index
9
Automated Readability Index
1.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6
Sprache Readability Score
2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
5
Sprache Difficult Word Count
6
Jim Jeffords
Mr. President, we were all deeply saddened just a few days ago at the death of Senator John Chafee. Certainly, that sadness can never diminish completely. But having his son with us today and starting right off by introducing an excellent piece of legislation certainly brings us strong hope for the future.
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
0.5
Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.0090238987
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0088685956
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0087627501
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0008836651
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0006834833
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0006017842
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0003599295
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.000297109
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0001853845
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0001825086
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
4.98257E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Health
Score:
86.5
Magnitude:
90
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
7.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
61.9
Gunning-Fog Score
10.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
7.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.8
Sprache Readability Score
3.8
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
17
Sprache Difficult Word Count
19
Jim Jeffords
Mr. President, I commend the Senator from Rhode Island for introducing the Literacy Involves Families Together Act, the LIFT Act. This legislation reauthorizes one of the most effective education programs, Even Start.
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)
0.8473
VADER
0.74
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0154004651
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0085206389
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0035383167
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0004530731
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0003955962
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0002481157
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001716671
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001575742
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
7.63031E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
6.35584E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.66151E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Health
Score:
92.297
Magnitude:
92
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
34.7
Gunning-Fog Score
10.5
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.9
Sprache Readability Score
3.1
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
13
Sprache Difficult Word Count
14
Jim Jeffords
The Even Start Act was first introduced in 1985 by Representative Bill Goodling, chairman of the House Education and Workforce Committee, and our former colleague, Senator John Chafee.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.51083
VADER
0
Neutral
Moderation
Violence
0.0033560224
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.001121587
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0005634925
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0002434112
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0001796969
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0001575874
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0001521352
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
8.92652E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
8.68075E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
5.41193E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
8.6355E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Health
Score:
94.788
Magnitude:
62
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
36.4
Gunning-Fog Score
12.6
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
13
Jim Jeffords
When first created, the goal of the Even Start program was to develop a comprehensive literacy program that improves educational opportunities for disadvantaged families by focusing on parenting education, early childhood education, and adult education. Since its establishment a little over a decade ago, Even Start has grown from 76 local programs serving 2,500 families to an estimated 600 programs assisting over 36,000 parents and 48,000 children.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.57143
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.57143
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.18958
VADER
0.691
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0152106106
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.010626579
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0069707254
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0024265992
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0015219463
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.001159974
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001884988
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
8.87652E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
8.67969E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
4.08439E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.54601E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Health
Score:
94.696
Magnitude:
119
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
19
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.1
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
24
Sprache Difficult Word Count
22
Jim Jeffords
The most recent evaluation of the Even Start program illustrated that both the adults and children who participated in the program significantly improved their reading and basic education skills. The evaluation specifically pointed out that the educational gap that existed at the beginning of the school year for first term Even Start students was reduced by approximately two-thirds when the Even Start students were tested at the conclusion of the school year.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.75
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.75
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.60944
VADER
0.477
Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.3936151043
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.3517344594
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.1277907053
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0482901494
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0187645812
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0131888592
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0107697044
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.004102958
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0017053737
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.000478514
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
5.98359E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Health
Score:
95.234
Magnitude:
75
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
20.3
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
24
Sprache Difficult Word Count
24
Jim Jeffords
The most recent national survey of reading achievement by fourth graders indicates that forty-four percent of school age children in this nation are reading below a basic level of achievement.
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)
2.19722
VADER
0
Neutral
Topics
Topic:
Health
Score:
96.036
Magnitude:
84
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
36.2
Gunning-Fog Score
17.6
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
10
Sprache Difficult Word Count
14
Jim Jeffords
Sadly, the statistics are also dismal when analyzing adult literacy skills. The most recent National Adult Literacy Survey found a total of 44 million adults, almost 25 percent of the adult population in the United States, were at the lowest literacy level. The lowest literacy level means that 44 million adults in this country have demonstrated difficulty in the reading and writing skills essential for carrying out daily routines. The uniqueness of the Even Start program is that it provides services to the entire family -- it enables families to learn together.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.625
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.625
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.34993
VADER
-0.891
Very Negative
Topics
Topic:
Health
Score:
95.134
Magnitude:
93
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
31.3
Gunning-Fog Score
16.6
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
34
Sprache Difficult Word Count
32
Jim Jeffords
I commend my colleague from Rhode Island for making literacy a very high priority. I am especially pleased that he chose to sponsor the reauthorization of the Even Start program which was first introduced to this body by his father.
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
0.724
Very Positive
Topics
Topic:
Health
Score:
96.98
Magnitude:
126
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
46.9
Gunning-Fog Score
13
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.3
Sprache Readability Score
4.3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
11
Sprache Difficult Word Count
15
Jim Jeffords
I look forward to working with the Senator from Rhode Island on the Literacy Involves Families Together Act, the LIFT Act, as a part of the reauthorization of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act which the Senate will consider early next year and on other education and literacy initiatives that will enable all of our Nation's citizens to have the knowledge and skills necessary to compete in the global economy.
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
Neutral
Topics
Topic:
Health
Score:
93.362
Magnitude:
49
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
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
8.4
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
22
Sprache Difficult Word Count
23
Jim Jeffords
I again commend the Senator from Rhode Island for being out here so fast and quick with a very important piece of legislation. I share his enthusiasm and look forward to working with him.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0.843
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
62.7
Gunning-Fog Score
10.3
Coleman-Liau Index
10.5
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
8.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
3.6
Sprache Readability Score
3.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
6
Sprache Difficult Word Count
10
Pete Domenici
Mr. President, in Northern New Mexico there is a truly unique working ranch on an historic Mexican land grant known as Baca Location No. 1. The ranch is currently owned and managed by the Baca Land and Cattle Company, and it comprises most of a collapsed, extinct volcano known as the Valles Caldera. The Valles Caldera is a beautiful place with rolling meadows, crystal-clear streams, roaming elk, and vast stands of Ponderosa pines. I am very proud to announce we are introducing legislation today that will authorize the Secretary of Agriculture to acquire this property which is a truly unique 95,000 acre working ranch in New Mexico.
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
0.9
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
52.6
Gunning-Fog Score
11.3
Coleman-Liau Index
11.9
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.8
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
39
Sprache Difficult Word Count
41
Pete Domenici
For Senator Bingaman and I, and a few others working on this issue, this is a not-so-instant replay from last year. Last year around this time, Senator Bingaman and I announced that we had reached agreement with the President on a comprehensive plan to acquire the Baca Ranch and, at the same time, to provide for disposal of designated surplus land from the Federal inventory. Those two concepts, embodied in Titles I and II of last year's bill, have survived in this new bill.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0.836
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
52.8
Gunning-Fog Score
14.3
Coleman-Liau Index
10.4
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
26
Pete Domenici
Title I provides for an innovative trust structure to manage this ranch, when it is purchased by the Federal Government. Title II provides a process for compensating citizens who await Federal payment for land trapped within vast areas of Federal land, so-called "inholders", and the orderly disposal of Federal land that has already been declared surplus by the Federal Government.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.55556
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.55556
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0.494
Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
27.5
Gunning-Fog Score
17.4
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
25
Sprache Difficult Word Count
25
Pete Domenici
As you may recall, Senator Bingaman began this process with his purchase bill in 1997. The process of purchasing the Baca Ranch for the public was jump-started last summer when President Clinton and I, flying on Air Force One to Washington, reached an agreement on the concept of an innovative trust arrangement to manage the Baca, if it were to become part of Federal land holdings. The President's response led to a number of rounds of negotiations between representatives of the Administration and our offices.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.71429
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.71429
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.46634
VADER
0.878
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
44
Gunning-Fog Score
15.2
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
28
Sprache Difficult Word Count
31
Pete Domenici
Finally, after literally thousands of hours of discussion at all levels, agreement was reached, we introduced the bill and a similar one was introduced in the House of Representatives. And, in what I frankly admit was almost miraculous, we were able to persuade Congress to provide $40 million in last year's appropriations process as earnest money for any Baca Ranch purchase that might be authorized by Congress.
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)
2.70805
VADER
0.827
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
27.6
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
22
Sprache Difficult Word Count
25
Pete Domenici
Then, unexpected disaster struck. The owners of the Baca Ranch decided not to sell the land after all. I said to many of you then that I thought the purchase was dead.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.51083
VADER
-0.886
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
4.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
79.7
Gunning-Fog Score
8
Coleman-Liau Index
8.5
SMOG Index
9
Automated Readability Index
3.3
Dale-Chall Readability Score
3.5
Sprache Readability Score
2.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
6
Sprache Difficult Word Count
8
Pete Domenici
However, like Lazarus the Baca Ranch purchase lives again. I must thank Senator Bingaman for his leadership in this matter, Congresswoman Wilson for her extremely effective work behind the scenes in the House to promote the purchase, and the new Congressman from Santa Fe, Mr. Udall, for his support. And, I must thank the Administration for its commitment.
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
0.95
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.2
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
55
Gunning-Fog Score
8.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.4
Sprache Readability Score
4.2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
21
Sprache Difficult Word Count
22
Pete Domenici
This kind of cooperation has brought us to this day of good news. Today, Senator Bingaman and I again introduce a bill to authorize both the purchase of the Baca Ranch by the federal government and the orderly disposal of surplus lands in order to pay for debts the government owes to "inholders." I understand that Representatives Wilson and Udall will introduce companion legislation in the House.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.71429
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.71429
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.46634
VADER
0.361
Somewhat Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
42.7
Gunning-Fog Score
16.7
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
20
Sprache Difficult Word Count
23
Pete Domenici
Now, let's talk for a moment about the $l0l million price tag the Baca Ranch purchase carries. The $40 million that we won last year from the Appropriations process had been spent. The President didn't ask for it in his budget, logically, since he thought the ranch was no longer for sale. And, the Interior Appropriations Subcommittees in the House and Senate failed to appropriate the $40 million for the same reason -- it seemed that the purchase was dead.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.4
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.4
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.76214
VADER
-0.727
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
62.6
Gunning-Fog Score
10.4
Coleman-Liau Index
11
SMOG Index
11.8
Automated Readability Index
9.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.4
Sprache Readability Score
4.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
17
Sprache Difficult Word Count
22
Pete Domenici
However, the President recently announced a $101 million purchase agreement between the federal government and the Dunigan family, the current owners of the Baca Ranch. Quickly, we jumped to action, and in October, the New Mexico delegation succeeded in restoring the $40 million originally approved last year for the purchase. As a member of the Senate Interior Appropriations Subcommittee, I have been involved in talks between congressional negotiators and the White House over several issues in the FY 2000 Interior Appropriations Bill. Those talks have led to a tentative agreement to provide an additional $61 million, on top of the $40 million restored in October, for the Baca Ranch purchase. If the $101 million appropriation becomes law, its release would be subject to congressional authorization of the land acquisition, as well as a review of the ranch appraisal by the Comptroller General of the United States.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.75
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.75
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.75786
VADER
0.965
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
25.4
Gunning-Fog Score
18.5
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
46
Sprache Difficult Word Count
50
Pete Domenici
This is a terrific development and could very well help in moving this authorizing legislation through Congress next year. The drive to bring this beautiful ranch into public ownership has helped gain this funding. As important as the money, however, is retaining the dual nature of this legislation. This bill contains two major titles: one to authorize purchase of the Baca Ranch, which draws most of the headlines; and the other to begin a major reform in federal land management. The President has signed onto both; we have signed onto both. Both Titles must eventually become law in order for the Baca Ranch purchase to proceed.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
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
0.913
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
54
Gunning-Fog Score
12.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.3
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
29
Sprache Difficult Word Count
33
Pete Domenici
I have visited the Baca Ranch, and I can tell you that it is one beautiful piece of property. The Valles Caldera is one of the world's largest resurgent lava domes. The depression from a huge volcanic eruption over a million years ago is more than a half-mile deep and fifteen miles across at its widest point. The land was originally granted to the heirs of Don Luis Maria Cabeza de Vaca under a settlement enacted by Congress in 1860. Since that time, the property has remained virtually intact as a single, large, tract of land.
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
0.649
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
58.1
Gunning-Fog Score
13.1
Coleman-Liau Index
9.7
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
8.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
31
Sprache Difficult Word Count
35
Pete Domenici
The careful husbandry of the Ranch by the Dunigan family provides a model for sustainable land development and use. The Ranch's natural beauty and abundant resources, and its proximity to large municipal populations could provide numerous recreational opportunities for hiking, fishing, camping, cross-country skiing, and hunting. The Baca is a unique working ranch. It is not a wilderness area, and can best be protected for future generations by continuing its operation as a working asset through a unique management structure. This legislation provides that unique management under a trust that may allow for its eventual operation to become financially self-sustaining.
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)
3.93183
VADER
0.973
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
22.7
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
46
Sprache Difficult Word Count
43
Pete Domenici
Mr. President, because of the ranch's unique character, I am not interested in having it managed under the usual federal authorities, as is typical of the Forest Service, Bureau of Land Management, or the National Park Service. Under the current state of affairs on our public lands, Forest Service and BLM management is constantly hounded by litigation initiated by some of the same groups that wish to bring this ranch into government ownership. The Valles Caldera National Preserve will serve as a model to explore alternative means of federal management and will provide the American people with opportunities to enjoy the Valles Caldera and its many resources.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.46667
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.46667
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.93827
VADER
0.735
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
33.4
Gunning-Fog Score
17.4
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
37
Sprache Difficult Word Count
38
Pete Domenici
The unique nature of the Valles Caldera, and its resources, requires a unique management program, dedicated to appropriate development and preservation under the principle of the highest and best use of the Ranch in the interest of the public. Title I of this legislation provides the framework necessary to fulfil that objective. It authorizes the acquisition of the Baca Ranch by the Forest Service. At the same time, it establishes a government-owned corporation, called the Valles Caldera Trust, whose sole responsibility is to ensure that the ranch is managed in a manner that will preserve its current unique character, and provide enumerable opportunities for the American people to enjoy its splendor. Most importantly to me, however, the legislation will allow for the ranch's continued operation as a working asset for the people of north-central New Mexico, without further drawing on the thinly-stretched resources of the federal land management agencies.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.8473
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.93548
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.93548
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
3.01226
VADER
0.985
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
21.3
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
59
Sprache Difficult Word Count
62
Pete Domenici
I would like to emphasize that both portions of this bill are milestones in federal land management. This legislation independently addresses the acquisition of this unique property for public use and enjoyment, while solving current land management problems related to surplus land disposal and the acquisition of inholdings from owners who truly want to sell their land.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.55556
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.55556
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0.84
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
26.5
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
22
Pete Domenici
Currently, approximately one-third of New Mexico's land is in federal ownership or under federal management. These public lands are an important resource that require our most thoughtful management. In order to better conserve existing national treasures for future use and enjoyment, we have devised a good plan to dispose of surplus land through sale or exchange into private, State, or local government ownership.
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
0.942
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
37.1
Gunning-Fog Score
16.7
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
22
Sprache Difficult Word Count
24
Pete Domenici
In many cases, it is just too costly to keep this unneeded land under federal ownership, and it can be more effectively managed in other hands. Title II of this bill, the Federal Land Transaction Facilitation Act, calls for the orderly disposition of surplus federal property on a state by state basis, and provides land managers with needed tools to address the problem created by "inholdings" within federally managed areas. There are currently more than 45 million acres of privately owned land trapped within the boundaries of Federal land management units, including national parks, national forests, national monuments, national wildlife refuges, and wilderness areas.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.8473
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.42857
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.42857
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.8473
VADER
-0.326
Somewhat Negative
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
8.6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
45
Sprache Difficult Word Count
42
Pete Domenici
In other cases, however, landowners who want out have been waiting generations for the Federal Government to set aside funding and get around to acquiring their property. This legislation directs the Departments of the Interior and Agriculture to reach out to those property owners who want to sell their land. It also instructs the Departments to establish a priority for the acquisition of these inholdings based, in part, on how long the owner has been waiting to sell.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.51083
VADER
0.178
Leans Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
38.4
Gunning-Fog Score
16
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
20
Sprache Difficult Word Count
23
Pete Domenici
An issue related to the problem created by inholdings is the abundance of public domain land which the Bureau of Land Management has determined it no longer needs to fulfill its mission. Under the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976, the BLM has identified an estimated 4 to 6 million acres of public domain lands for disposal.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.25
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.25
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.45199
VADER
0.34
Somewhat Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
39.2
Gunning-Fog Score
17.9
Coleman-Liau Index
11.2
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.1
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
21
Sprache Difficult Word Count
21
Pete Domenici
Let me simply clarify that point -- the BLM already has authority under an existing law, FLPMA, to exchange or sell lands out of Federal ownership. Through its public process for land use planning, when the agency has determined that certain lands would be more useful to the public under private or local governmental control, it is already authorized to dispose of these lands, either by sale or exchange.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.25
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.25
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.45199
VADER
0.788
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
38
Gunning-Fog Score
19
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
18
Sprache Difficult Word Count
22
Pete Domenici
The sale or exchange of this land would be beneficial to local communities, adjoining land owners, and federal land mangers, alike.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.60944
VADER
0.44
Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
40.5
Gunning-Fog Score
16
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.8
Sprache Readability Score
3.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
5
Sprache Difficult Word Count
9
Pete Domenici
An orderly process for the efficient sale or exchange of land identified for disposal does not currently exist. The Federal Land Transaction Facilitation Act addresses this problem by providing that a portion of the proceeds generated from the sale of these lands will be used to fulfill all legal requirements for the transfer of these lands out of Federal ownership. The majority of the proceeds generated would be used to acquire inholdings from those who want to sell their land.
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
0.758
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
40.2
Gunning-Fog Score
16.7
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
26
Sprache Difficult Word Count
25
Pete Domenici
The Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee will schedule hearings to address the many issues regarding Federal purchase of the Baca Ranch in the near future. Congress has tried to resolve the difficult challenges in acquiring this property before, and failed; cooperation among the parties may bring success this time around. I want to thank everyone who has helped in this 18-month-long effort. I believe that in the end, we will be able to stand together and tell the American people that we truly have accomplished two great and innovative things with this legislation.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.25
Slightly Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.25
Slightly Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.45199
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.46667
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.46667
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.93827
VADER
0.971
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
45
Gunning-Fog Score
14.2
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
28
Sprache Difficult Word Count
32
Pete Domenici
Mr. President, I am confident that if we get an Interior appropriations bill, the money will be in it. Everyone should know that it is subject to two conditions: A full authorization bill being passed and signed and subject to the General Accounting Office reviewing the procedures for the appraisal of the property and assuring the Congress of what they have done, in a sense with the expertise that is consistent with what must be used in order to satisfy Congress that there is a fair purchase price involved in the agreement.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.2
Leans Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.2
Leans Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.33647
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.55556
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.55556
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.17007
VADER
0.923
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
43.3
Gunning-Fog Score
18.4
Coleman-Liau Index
11.8
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
23
Sprache Difficult Word Count
31
Pete Domenici
I yield the floor to my colleague, Senator Bingaman.
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
6.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
66.1
Gunning-Fog Score
3.6
Coleman-Liau Index
11.7
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
5.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.5
Sprache Readability Score
2.1
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
4
Sprache Difficult Word Count
4
Jeff Bingaman
Mr. President, I thank my colleague and very much appreciate the leadership he has shown on this important issue as well. This is a truly bipartisan effort we have made on behalf of New Mexico. This is not just an issue of the 106th Congress. This is an issue that our Sate has been pursuing for many decades. Back in the early 1960s, one of our predecessors in the Senate, Senator Clinton Anderson, made a valiant effort to bring the Baca Ranch into Federal ownership so the public could enjoy it and so its preservation could be assured for future generations.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.8
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.8
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.84583
VADER
0.935
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
59.9
Gunning-Fog Score
10.3
Coleman-Liau Index
10.1
SMOG Index
11.7
Automated Readability Index
7.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
32
Sprache Difficult Word Count
32
Jeff Bingaman
After 3 years of effort in that direction, he abandoned the effort because of the infighting that occurred among competing interests. Then, Mr. President, over two years ago I rose in this chamber to introduce a bill to authorize the acquisition of the Baca Location #1, a ranch which comprises about ninety percent of the magnificent Valles Caldera. Today I rise to cosponsor a bill with Sen. Domenici that will not only authorize purchase of the Baca Ranch, but also a unique method of management for this property.
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
0.238
Slightly Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
48.6
Gunning-Fog Score
14.8
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.3
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
30
Sprache Difficult Word Count
31
Jeff Bingaman
A world renowned volcanic caldera sweeping approximately fifty miles in circumference, the Valles Caldera is the ecological heart of the Jemez Mountains. It's unparalleled vast upland meadows broken by forested volcanic domes and intertwined with 27 miles of winding trout streams, are home to a stunning variety of wildlife including: mountain lions, black bear, whitetail deer, redtail hawks, eagles, and wild turkey. It has also been the breeding ground for one of the largest elk herds in the lower forty-eight states.
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
0.361
Somewhat Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
39.8
Gunning-Fog Score
16.3
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
29
Sprache Difficult Word Count
38
Jeff Bingaman
There has been a desire on the part of the Dunigan family, the current owners of that land, to see that it go into public ownership, and the father of the of the current owners made that attempt before he died. They have recently decided they want to carry through with that wish of his and accordingly, as Senator Domenici indicated, the negotiations between the Dunigan family and the Federal Government have proceeded and now have come to a good resolution. This presents us with an incredible opportunity for the American people.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.42857
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.42857
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.78846
VADER
0.778
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
35
Gunning-Fog Score
17.5
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
20
Sprache Difficult Word Count
22
Jeff Bingaman
The potential of this land is enormous:
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
5.7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
66.8
Gunning-Fog Score
14.2
Coleman-Liau Index
11.1
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
3.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.9
Sprache Readability Score
1.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
2
Sprache Difficult Word Count
2
Jeff Bingaman
It could be used as a grassbank to allow ranchers to rest and rehabilitate hundreds of thousands of acres of public range land in New Mexico without having to lose production in the process; It could provide incredible opportunities for scientific study and education, in the geophysical and biological sciences; It currently is, and could continue to be, one of the premier hunting and fishing destinations in the country; It's scenic value makes it an ideal location for the film industry. In fact it has often been used as a backdrop for movies, TV series, and commercials; It presents amazing opportunities for outdoor recreation including, hiking, camping, horseback riding, cross-country skiing, and photography; and As with many of the scenic wonders in my home state of New Mexico, there are places within the caldera that are of tremendous cultural significance to various Native American tribes in the area.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.75
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.75
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.7037
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.7037
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.65292
VADER
0.956
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
49
Sprache Difficult Word Count
61
Jeff Bingaman
Clearly if this property were to be brought into public ownership it should be managed to preserve its incredible natural condition, while maintaining a balance with the various ways it could be used and enjoyed. The experiment called for in this bill sets out broad policy goals for the land (to preserve its natural treasures and to make it financially self-sustaining) and establishes a nine member board of trustees that shall set management policy for what would become the Valles Caldera Preserve. By requiring that each trustee have experience from differing but critical perspectives, this trust may be able to reach a balance that will meet the needs of the land and the public.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.52941
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.52941
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0.643
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
35.5
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
33
Sprache Difficult Word Count
37
Jeff Bingaman
The nine members of this board would include:
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
2.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
93
Gunning-Fog Score
3.2
Coleman-Liau Index
11.4
SMOG Index
3.3
Automated Readability Index
4.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
2.4
Sprache Readability Score
1.8
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
1
Sprache Difficult Word Count
2
Jeff Bingaman
(1) the Supervisor of the Santa Fe National Forest; (2) the Superintendent of Bandelier National Monument; (3) a person with expertise in range management and the livestock industry; (4) a person with expertise in fish and wildlife management including game and non-game species; (5) a person with expertise in sustainable forest management; (6) an active participant in a conservation organization; (7) a person with financial management and business expertise; (8) a person with expertise in the cultural and natural history of the region; and finally; (9) someone active in the State or local government in New Mexico familiar with the customs of the local area.
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)
3.3673
VADER
0.785
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
0
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
10
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
41
Sprache Difficult Word Count
36
Jeff Bingaman
At least five of these trustees would be required to be residents of New Mexico. It would be an experiment, and would expire within twenty years unless it proves successful and is renewed by 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)
1.94591
VADER
0.625
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
58.5
Gunning-Fog Score
11.6
Coleman-Liau Index
11.6
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.3
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.8
Sprache Readability Score
3.8
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
11
Sprache Difficult Word Count
13
Jeff Bingaman
A second part of this bill, not related to the management of the Valles Caldera Preserve, seeks to address the goal of the Federal land management agencies to consolidate their land holdings, by first helping to promote the sale of the widely scattered parcels of land that the Bureau of Land Management has designated "suitable for disposal," and secondly by using the proceeds of those sales towards the acquisition of inholdings within our public lands, areas of critical environmental concern, and other lands of exceptional resource value. This program would be authorized for ten years.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.53846
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.53846
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0.599
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
17
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
35
Sprache Difficult Word Count
38
Jeff Bingaman
Just as the Baca Ranch can be seen as a large inholding surrounded by federal land which is worthy of public ownership, there are many other inholdings in our national parks, forests, wildlife refuges and public lands, where private owners are willing and eager to sell to government. At the same time, there are some two million acres of public land that the BLM has determined are too remote, isolated, or otherwise situated to make management more of a burden than a benefit to the Federal tax payer.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.42857
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.42857
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.78846
VADER
0.651
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
28.5
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
11.4
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
21
Sprache Difficult Word Count
27
Jeff Bingaman
Often these lands are small 20 and 40 acre parcels surrounded by, or forming checker boarded areas with, private or state land. Though consolidating these lands has long been a goal of Federal land managers, the costs of surveying the land for endangered species, archeological artifacts, and for the purpose of determining a fair market value has hampered these efforts. This bill would create a mechanism to accelerate this work.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.25
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.25
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.45199
VADER
0.7
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
47.8
Gunning-Fog Score
15
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
20
Sprache Difficult Word Count
28
Jeff Bingaman
Mr. President, this bill is important because it holds the real promise of bringing the entire Valles Caldera into public ownership after so many failures in the past. It represents a compromise which Sen. Domenici and I have worked on with the Administration, the House Members of the New Mexico delegation, and with some consultation with the majority staff of the Energy & and Natural Resources Committee. We have also received innumerable comments from various constituencies.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.71429
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.71429
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.46634
VADER
0.772
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
40
Gunning-Fog Score
11.9
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
28
Sprache Difficult Word Count
31
Jeff Bingaman
Like all negotiated legislation, each constituency and interest group would like to change a piece here or there. However, I believe it is overall a good bill which meets the broadest concerns raised by those constituencies and should be viewed as a whole rather than in pieces. My sincere hope is that we will be able to pass it substantially as it is early next session.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.27273
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.27273
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.51083
VADER
0.938
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
55
Gunning-Fog Score
14.3
Coleman-Liau Index
11.1
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.2
Sprache Readability Score
4.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
13
Sprache Difficult Word Count
17
Jeff Bingaman
The other issue that Senator Domenici spoke to is the appropriating of funding for the purchase. I also am extremely pleased with that. I know the administration has felt strongly that we should try to get the full funding for the purchase of the ranch accomplished in this session of the 106th Congress before we adjourn. I know Senator Domenici has worked hard to accomplish that. I also worked with the Appropriations Committee members and the administration to full fund this purchase. I am very pleased to know that we are going to see that full appropriation at such time as we have an Interior appropriations bill signed into law.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
2.19722
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.75
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.75
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.75786
VADER
0.914
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
52.9
Gunning-Fog Score
10.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
32
Sprache Difficult Word Count
26
Jeff Bingaman
This is an important effort for the State of New Mexico. I believe when the 106th Congress is finally completed, not the end of this week or next week but a year from now, when we look back and see what was accomplished in that 106th Congress that is important to the State of New Mexico and the people of New Mexico, this acquisition of the Baca Ranch will be at the top of the list.
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
0.825
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
54.7
Gunning-Fog Score
18.4
Coleman-Liau Index
7.3
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.4
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
12
Sprache Difficult Word Count
10
Jeff Bingaman
I very much appreciate the good bipartisan effort that has gone into this.
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
0.708
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
50.5
Gunning-Fog Score
11.4
Coleman-Liau Index
11.8
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
7.2
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.3
Sprache Readability Score
2.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
3
Sprache Difficult Word Count
3
Kit Bond
Mr. President, today I am introducing a Senate companion bill to legislation sponsored in the other body by the distinguished Representative from southwestern Missouri (Mr. Blunt). This bill intends to clarify the application of the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act, or IGRA, in Missouri.
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
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
30.7
Gunning-Fog Score
10.8
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.5
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.9
Sprache Readability Score
3.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
20
Sprache Difficult Word Count
21
Kit Bond
Specifically, this bill would prevent Indian Tribes from setting up casino gambling operations in areas of Missouri where non-Indians currently are prohibited from gambling. This is vitally important, if for no other reason than to maintain harmony in these communities. It is also essential to preserve the family-friendly atmosphere that draws so many vacationers to these areas. Branson, Missouri, in particular, has attained national fame as an extraordinarily beautiful area, with fun activities and entertainment suitable for parents and children alike.
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
0.947
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
19.6
Gunning-Fog Score
17.5
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
34
Sprache Difficult Word Count
35
Kit Bond
An invasion of gambling into this setting would wreck this tremendous asset. It would bring all the well-known pathologies and social problems that accompany gambling. I oppose introducing gambling into these areas and will do all I can to fight it. We must protect the family spirit that makes Branson a national destination for vacationers. We must do likewise for other Missouri communities that offer similar sanctuaries from the hyperactive stress of modern life, as well as great places for residents to raise children, build homes, and do business.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.29412
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.29412
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.57054
VADER
-0.128
Leans Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
47.6
Gunning-Fog Score
13.9
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.5
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
27
Sprache Difficult Word Count
29
Kit Bond
The bill I introduce today is very similar to one I offered in 1997. That bill would also have prevented Tribally owned casinos in areas of Missouri where non-Indian casinos are currently illegal. It became necessary when a Tribe in Oklahoma applied to put land in the small town of Seneca, Missouri into trust status for gambling purposes. They wanted to operate a casino where no one else could do so legally and to do so despite overwhelming community objection. Fortunately, the Interior Secretary indicated to me that he would not approve that application, and the Tribe ultimately withdrew its gambling application. Thus, the issue was satisfactorily resolved without legislation.
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)
1.60944
VADER
0.226
Slightly Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
32.6
Gunning-Fog Score
15.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
47
Sprache Difficult Word Count
43
Kit Bond
More recently, however, a flurry of applications has been filed to put Indian-owned land into trust for non-gambling activities. I am glad the Tribes are finding that non-gambling activities, as proposed uses for these lands, can be more beneficial and more friendly to their communities and neighbors. However, a great many of my constituents are concerned that these trust applications might make it easier to apply for gambling later. They worry that some Tribes might be seeking to approve gambling casinos through the back door. This bill will eliminate that concern by clarifying the meaning of the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act with respect to Missouri.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.25131
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.57895
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.57895
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.23676
VADER
0.973
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
47
Gunning-Fog Score
14.2
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
38
Sprache Difficult Word Count
34
Kit Bond
When the Congress adopted IGRA in 1988, it intended for a State's general policy toward gambling to be considered in evaluating applications by Indian Tribes to start casino operations. Drawing upon past court decisions in this area, the Congress provided that a Tribe might be eligible to conduct casino gambling on their lands in a State "that permits such gambling for any purpose by any person, organization, or entity." Once a State decides to move away from a criminal/prohibitory stance toward gambling, and adopts instead a civil/regulatory stance, Tribes are to have the opportunity to engage in gambling in that State as well. To that end, they may ask the State to negotiate a compact to regulate those casinos.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.83333
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.83333
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.03688
VADER
0.791
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
32.8
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
44
Sprache Difficult Word Count
38
Kit Bond
Generally, this approach helps ensure public peace while also ensuring the Tribes get to participate in gambling on more-or-less the same basis as non-Indians in the State. If the people of a State, through their legislature or through direct legislation, decide to legalize casino gambling "by any person, organization, or entity," they cannot simply exclude the Tribes in favor of whatever non-Indian gambling companies might have the inside track in the State government. The Tribes are to have the same opportunity as the non-Indian companies.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.73333
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.73333
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.6864
VADER
0.918
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
35.4
Gunning-Fog Score
17.8
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
29
Sprache Difficult Word Count
28
Kit Bond
But, if the people of a State maintain a general prohibition on gambling -- whether as an expression of moral opposition or for some other reason -- the Tribes will also need to respect this public opinion just like everyone else. I believe this is the situation in Missouri, whose constitution includes just such a general prohibition on casino gambling, with an exception for casinos based on the Missouri and Mississippi Rivers.
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
0.681
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
20.2
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
22
Sprache Difficult Word Count
23
Kit Bond
Article III of the Missouri Constitution sets out the powers of the Missouri General Assembly. Section 39 of that article makes certain things expressly outside of the legislature's authority. This is where the State's general prohibition on gambling appears. "The General Assembly shall not have power," it says, "to authorize lotteries or gift enterprises for any purpose, and shall enact laws to prohibit the sale of lottery or gift enterprise tickets." It says prohibit, not regulate.
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
0.802
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.6
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
38.9
Gunning-Fog Score
13.4
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.9
Sprache Readability Score
4.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
25
Sprache Difficult Word Count
24
Kit Bond
Gambling, in general, is still prohibited by State law. Under section 572.020 of the Missouri Revised Statutes, "the crime of gambling" is a class C misdemeanor, unless committed by a professional player, in which case the crime is a class D felony. This means the crime of gambling is punishable by fine of up to $300 in the case of a misdemeanor. A professional player may be fined up to $5,000 or twice the amount of any gain received, up to a limit of $25,000. These criminal offenses also carry potential prison sentences, of 15 days for a misdemeanor and up to 5 years for felony gambling.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-3.21888
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.66667
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.66667
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-1.43508
VADER
-0.972
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
59.7
Gunning-Fog Score
14.2
Coleman-Liau Index
8.4
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
8.8
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.4
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
30
Sprache Difficult Word Count
29
Kit Bond
The State constitution does not give the General Assembly authority to legalize these crimes. The power to legalize gambling was withheld from the General Assembly by the express terms of the constitution. Any change would require a constitutional amendment, ratified by the voters of Missouri.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.95551
VADER
0.226
Slightly Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
35.6
Gunning-Fog Score
13.1
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.8
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.7
Sprache Readability Score
4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
17
Sprache Difficult Word Count
18
Kit Bond
The voters did exercise their authority to authorize very limited exceptions, without removing the general prohibition on legalized gambling. In the case of casino gambling, the voters authorized the General Assembly to legalize certain games only on excursion gambling boats and floating facilities docked along the Missouri and Mississippi Rivers. Again, the voters granted these limited exceptions without disturbing the general constitutional prohibition on gambling, which is a criminal offense elsewhere in the State.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.19722
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.125
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.125
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.23639
VADER
-0.525
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
3.5
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
33
Sprache Difficult Word Count
28
Kit Bond
The initiative that created this exception took this approach because many areas of Missouri have strong objections to gambling casinos. Particularly in southwest Missouri, many citizens hold strong moral objections to gambling. Many others simply fear that gambling would destroy the family atmosphere that makes the Branson area a desirable and unique vacation spot. Still others are concerned that gambling disproportionately preys on the hopes of the poor, making it a particularly regressive economic activity.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.3979
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.23077
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.23077
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.43532
VADER
0.44
Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
20.9
Gunning-Fog Score
16.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
31
Sprache Difficult Word Count
29
Kit Bond
We can see this expression of the community's view in the votes that were cast on the Missouri and Mississippi riverboat casino initiative. In the November 1994 election, voters in Taney county (where Branson is located) voted against the casino initiative 73% to 27%. In Greene county (where southwest Missouri's largest metropolitan area of Springfield is located), 58% of voters opposed the riverboat casinos. Finally, in Newton county (the home of Seneca, Missouri, where a Tribe once sought to impose a casino on the local residents), 62% of voters opposed the constitutional amendment.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0
VADER
-0.296
Slightly Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
32.2
Gunning-Fog Score
17.9
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.3
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
42
Sprache Difficult Word Count
36
Kit Bond
Knowing the strength of these communities' opinions on gambling in general, the sponsors of the initiative petition drive had no real alternative but to leave the general gambling prohibition intact while carving out a very narrow geographic exception for Missouri's two major rivers. Otherwise, the initiative would almost certainly have failed statewide as well. Therefore, the constitutional amendment reassured southwest Missourians that they likely would not feel the change directly -- it would affect only the two rivers far away from them, and would not bring casinos into the family oriented Branson and Springfield areas. The general constitutional prohibition on gambling stayed in force.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.26826
VADER
0.743
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
23.8
Gunning-Fog Score
19
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
37
Sprache Difficult Word Count
38
Kit Bond
The limited exception for riverboat casinos, therefore, did not change the State's posture on gambling from a criminal/prohibitory one to a civil/regulatory one. In areas such as the Branson, Missouri area, gambling is still a criminal offense. IGRA's requirement that the State negotiate to allow Tribally owned casinos is not triggered, since casino gambling in that area is not permitted by "any person, organization, or entity." As I mentioned earlier, that's the language IGRA uses to trigger a State's obligation to negotiate with the Tribes to create a regulatory compact.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.38462
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.38462
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.74721
VADER
-0.511
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
29.9
Gunning-Fog Score
18.3
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
36
Kit Bond
Tribes wanting to operate casinos on the Missouri or Mississippi Rivers might have a case under IGRA, since there are persons, organizations, or entities authorized to gamble there. But this is not true in Branson, Springfield, or other areas off the rivers where gambling is still prohibited and where the General Assembly lacks constitutional authority to legalize it even if it wanted to.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.95551
VADER
-0.059
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
27.1
Gunning-Fog Score
18.3
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
22
Sprache Difficult Word Count
23
Kit Bond
This view of IGRA is not undermined, as some claim, by the Mashantucket Pequot case decided in 1990. In that case, the Mashantucket Pequots sued Connecticut to force the State to negotiate a casino gambling compact because the State authorized "Las Vegas Nights" as a fundraising activity for certain nonprofit organizations. Connecticut had argued that the occasional Las Vegas Nights did not mean that the State had decriminalized gambling in general.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.19722
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.25131
VADER
0.01
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
36.3
Gunning-Fog Score
16.8
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
29
Sprache Difficult Word Count
26
Kit Bond
However, those nonprofits authorized to operate casinos, even on a very occasional basis, fall within the express language of "any person, organization, or entity" used in IGRA, which is what the Second Circuit Court of Appeals found. Allowing nonprofits to engage in some forms of casino gambling did move the State of Connecticut into a civil/regulatory stance on casino gambling. The State did not absolutely prohibit it; it regulated the type of organization permitted to engage in gambling. Thus, IGRA was triggered by the express language of the law.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.83333
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.83333
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.03688
VADER
0.586
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
31.7
Gunning-Fog Score
16.6
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
36
Sprache Difficult Word Count
34
Kit Bond
This is completely different from the situation in Missouri, where all persons, organizations, and entities are flatly prohibited, by criminal law, from casino gambling anywhere but on the Missouri and Mississippi Rivers. The Mashantucket Pequot case does not apply to the Missouri situation. Geographic limitations, like in Missouri, were not at issue in that case.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.14286
Leans Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.14286
Leans Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.25131
VADER
0.262
Slightly Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
23.6
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
4.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
21
Sprache Difficult Word Count
19
Kit Bond
Thus, the language of this bill does not really change the current policy of IGRA. It simply makes explicit what is already plainly implicit under current legislation and case law. It would take express notice of the provision in Missouri's constitution on gambling and recognize that Missouri still maintains a criminal/prohibitory stance toward gambling off the rivers.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0
VADER
0
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
38.4
Gunning-Fog Score
15.3
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
22
Sprache Difficult Word Count
24
Kit Bond
Because some pro-gambling advocates are attempting to read the Mashantucket Pequot case too broadly, trying to make it apply to Missouri when it clearly does not, this bill is essential. In the past, a number of Tribes have tried to use that argument to try to set up casinos in Missouri -- even in a small town like Seneca, nowhere near the Missouri or Mississippi Rivers. Because some people are trying to read into the Mashantucket Pequot case a view that is really not there, this bill writes into law the correct interpretation.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.09091
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.09091
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.16705
VADER
0.459
Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
46.2
Gunning-Fog Score
15.4
Coleman-Liau Index
11.4
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.4
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
23
Sprache Difficult Word Count
27
Kit Bond
I appreciate the hard work my colleague in the other chamber did on this bill, and am glad to have the opportunity to resolve this issue once and for all.
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)
2.3979
VADER
0.866
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
57.9
Gunning-Fog Score
14.7
Coleman-Liau Index
8.3
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.6
Sprache Readability Score
4.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
6
Sprache Difficult Word Count
7
Craig Thomas
Mr. President, I am pleased to introduce a bill today to provide for the conveyance of economic development land for Park County, WY.
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
0.44
Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
55.4
Gunning-Fog Score
11.6
Coleman-Liau Index
11.6
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
6.2
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.7
Sprache Readability Score
3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
9
Sprache Difficult Word Count
11
Craig Thomas
The management of our public lands and natural resources is often complicated and requires the coordination of many individuals to accomplish desired objectives. When western folks discuss Federal land issues, we do not often have an opportunity to identify proposals that capture and enjoy the support from a wide array of interests; however, the bill Senator Enzi and I are introducing today offers just such a unique prospect. Project coordinators and involved parties have spent a great deal of time incorporating the concerns of various individuals by presenting their plans to agency and congressional representatives.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.25131
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.61905
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.61905
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.35812
VADER
0.975
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
11.7
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
36
Sprache Difficult Word Count
43
Craig Thomas
This parcel of land was identified by the Bureau of Land Management and Bureau of Reclamation as an unsuitable area for public domain and the agencies have recommended that it be disposed of by the Federal Government. The Park County Commissioners subsequently approached the Wyoming Congressional Delegation about allowing the county to pursue economic development efforts that would be beneficial to the local town and surrounding communities. Specifically, this legislation is needed to allow the Federal Government to sell approximately 190 acres of land to Park County, WY for the appraised value of $240,000. The county commissioners intend to work with an economic development group to attract new businesses to the area and allow other companies to expand at an industrial park adjacent to the conveyance land.
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
0.914
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
14.4
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
44
Sprache Difficult Word Count
46
Craig Thomas
Mr. President, this bill enjoys the support of many different groups including county government officials as well as the local community. This proposal will provide for the creation of a number of private sector jobs in a county that has 82 percent Federal land ownership. It is my hope that the Senate will seize this opportunity to allow a local community to improve their livelihoods and economic prospects.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.8473
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.63636
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.63636
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.335
VADER
0.943
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
46.5
Gunning-Fog Score
13.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
23
Sprache Difficult Word Count
28
Craig Thomas
Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the text of the bill be printed in the Record.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0.226
Slightly Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
4.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
78.8
Gunning-Fog Score
5.8
Coleman-Liau Index
8.8
SMOG Index
7.3
Automated Readability Index
2.5
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6
Sprache Readability Score
2.3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
6
Sprache Difficult Word Count
8
Patrick Leahy
Mr. President, I am pleased to be joined today by my good friend, the senior senator from Montana, Senator Baucus, in introducing the "Downtown Equity Act of 1999." The location of federal buildings and facilities have a tremendous impact on local communities. We are introducing the "Downtown Equity Act" to ensure that the federal government is a good neighbor that promotes the vibrancy of communities throughout the country.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.83321
VADER
0.942
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
37.8
Gunning-Fog Score
14.4
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.9
Sprache Readability Score
4.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
26
Sprache Difficult Word Count
24
Patrick Leahy
Guidance for federal agencies on the location of their facilities exists in two executive orders. Unfortunately, these directives are at times inconsistent with each other and have been used to support different goals. This became clear to me when I worked closely with the General Services Administration (GSA), the Immigration and Naturalization Service (INS) and the city of Burlington. In 1998, I called together a meeting with all these interested parties to discuss eligible locations for a new INS facility in downtown Burlington. Officials from the city cited one executive order about locating buildings in downtown areas while INS officials countered with another executive order that promotes the location of federal facilities in rural areas. Instead of complementing one another to promote a reasonable policy, the two executive orders are negating each other and clearly neither have enough teeth to result in the policy proclaimed in either order.
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)
0.38946
VADER
0.933
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
22.3
Gunning-Fog Score
18.2
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.3
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
48
Sprache Difficult Word Count
45
Patrick Leahy
Mr. President, managing a city is a difficult enough task. Mayors and city managers across the country should not have to also wade through dueling executive orders when they share the same goals as the Administration to re-energize town centers. The federal government needs to set a clear policy on the location of federal buildings in downtown areas. Without legislation to clarify this policy, agencies make decisions about the location of buildings and operations that can undercut the viability of central business districts, encourage sprawl, degrade the environment, and have an adverse impact on historical economic development patterns. Federal facilities should be sited, designed, built and operated in ways that contribute to -- not detract from -- the economic well-being and character of our cities and towns. Federal facilities can have a tremendous impact and we need to make sure that location decisions do not erode the character and quality of life in our cities and towns. I want to prevent a repeat of the experiences in Vermont, and I know that Senator Baucus has many of the same concerns in Montana.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.22378
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.35714
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.35714
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.71912
VADER
0.44
Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
35.9
Gunning-Fog Score
17.5
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
63
Sprache Difficult Word Count
67
Patrick Leahy
The Downtown Equity Act of 1999 clarifies the intention of these dueling executive orders by directing federal officials to give priority to locating federal facilities in central business areas. This bill does not pit urban areas versus rural areas, but instead promotes the siting of these facilities in downtown areas -- urban or rural. By adopting this legislation, the Federal government can become a leader in the effort to limit sprawl and support the economic vitality of central business areas.
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
0.877
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
21.6
Gunning-Fog Score
18.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
38
Sprache Difficult Word Count
32
Patrick Leahy
There is a fundamental problem with development that our bill also tries to address: it's more expensive to build and rent in a traditional downtown area than to build on an empty site outside of a business district. Downtown areas have great difficulty competing in the procurement process because of the higher costs generally associated with downtown areas. Sometimes, despite the best intentions of federal officials, sites with the lowest absolute cost are predisposed to win. This approach is too simplistic. Our "Downtown Equity Act of 1999" directs the General Services Administration to study the feasibility of establishing a system for giving equal consideration to both the absolute and adjusted costs of locating in urban and rural areas, and between projects inside and outside of central business areas. While the absolute cost of projects will always be important, a more balanced and robust consideration of the costs of a project is needed.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.0303
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.0303
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.05884
VADER
0.655
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
31.4
Gunning-Fog Score
16.7
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
52
Sprache Difficult Word Count
50
Patrick Leahy
The benefits of limiting sprawl, supporting historic development patterns, and revitalizing our downtown central business areas can mitigate the higher costs associated with constructing, leasing, and operating Federal establishments inside central business areas. Unless the overriding mission of the agency or economic prudence absolutely dictate otherwise, location of Federal facilities should be supportive of local growth management plans for downtown central business areas.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.53846
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.53846
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0.852
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
0
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
10
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
40
Sprache Difficult Word Count
36
Patrick Leahy
When Federal landlords or tenants arrive in town, we have every right to expect that they will be good neighbors. Beyond that, the Federal government also needs to be a leader in the effort to limit sprawl and protect the environment and the character of our cities and towns. Livable and thriving central business districts can be a renewable resource, and the Federal government should be part of the solution, not part of the problem.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.61904
VADER
0.625
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
49.5
Gunning-Fog Score
14.3
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
20
Sprache Difficult Word Count
21
Patrick Leahy
Senator Baucus and I look forward to working with our colleagues and with the Executive Branch to bring much needed reform to the decision- making process that governs the siting of Federal facilities. We all recognize that decisions to prevent or limit sprawl will always be made locally, but the Federal Government can do much to help our communities act on their decisions. And, the Federal Government must stop being an unwitting accomplice to sprawl by siting buildings outside of downtown areas.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.11111
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.11111
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.20067
VADER
0.202
Slightly Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
37.7
Gunning-Fog Score
15.8
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
28
Patrick Leahy
Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the text of the bill, and a section-by-section summary 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
6.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
73.2
Gunning-Fog Score
8.3
Coleman-Liau Index
8.4
SMOG Index
9
Automated Readability Index
4.5
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.1
Sprache Readability Score
3.1
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
9
Sprache Difficult Word Count
10
Max Baucus
Mr. President, I am pleased to join with my colleague from Vermont, Senator Leahy in introducing the Downtown Equity Act of 1999. This bill will make the federal government a better partner with local officials when it comes to locating federal offices in a community. It will establish in statute a clear preference for federal offices to be located in the central business areas of a community. Why is this important?
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
3.3673
VADER
0.863
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
48.2
Gunning-Fog Score
14.1
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
8.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6
Sprache Readability Score
4.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
24
Sprache Difficult Word Count
27
Max Baucus
We all know the many problems facing community leaders as they chart the future course of their cities and towns. They must balance development patterns, employment, historic preservation, city services, transportation, and many other factors to arrive at a plan that makes the most sense for them.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.58779
VADER
-0.402
Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
40.8
Gunning-Fog Score
15.4
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.9
Sprache Readability Score
4.8
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
11
Sprache Difficult Word Count
16
Max Baucus
In many cases, the Federal government is a major source of employment and economic activity in these communities. That is particularly true in smaller cities and towns, where federal employees can make up a larger percentage of the employment base than in our large metropolitan areas.
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
0.47
Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
27.2
Gunning-Fog Score
18.8
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.3
Sprache Readability Score
4.8
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
15
Sprache Difficult Word Count
16
Max Baucus
But too often, local officials find themselves battling with federal agencies over where to locate, or relocate, Federal facilities. The desires of agencies to locate on the outskirts of a small town can conflict with the needs of the community to preserve a vital business center downtown.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.51083
VADER
-0.296
Slightly Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
39
Gunning-Fog Score
15.4
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
18
Sprache Difficult Word Count
18
Max Baucus
I have seen firsthand some of these location battles in Montana. Communities such as Helena, Billings and Glasgow, have seen agencies threaten to move out of the downtown area, removing a linchpin of economic development that supports other local businesses. In another case, this time in Butte, an agency looked to abandon an historic building downtown in favor of a new site closer to the Interstate.
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
-0.44
Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
39.7
Gunning-Fog Score
15.5
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
24
Sprache Difficult Word Count
28
Max Baucus
The impact on these communities from such actions can be devastating. In Helena, for example, the relocation of the federal building would have removed over 400 Federal workers from the area and dealt a major blow to plans to revive the downtown core, known as Last Chance Gulch. And in Glasgow, a small town even by Montana standards, the relocation from the central business area to a new site on the outskirts of town threatened the survival of other businesses downtown and contributed to sprawl. Yes, even in the Big Sky state, sprawl is a threat to the vitality of our communities and the beauty of our environment.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.8473
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.4
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.4
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.76214
VADER
0.128
Leans Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
47.8
Gunning-Fog Score
15.6
Coleman-Liau Index
11.5
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
33
Sprache Difficult Word Count
36
Max Baucus
Many of these conflicts between communities and Federal agencies stems from the confusing, and sometimes conflicting, jumble of laws, executive orders, and regulations. It almost seems as if there is a provision to justify almost anything an agency wants to do. One law tells agencies to locate in rural areas. An executive order tells agencies to give priority to central business areas. No wonder agencies are confused and community leaders are angry.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.3979
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0
VADER
-0.919
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
35.9
Gunning-Fog Score
15.8
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.2
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.2
Sprache Readability Score
4.2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
25
Sprache Difficult Word Count
22
Max Baucus
Mr. President, that's not right. We should have a clear, simple to understand policy when it comes to location of Federal facilities. Furthermore, that policy should make it easier for the Federal government to help community leaders who seek to maintain the vitality of their downtown areas. And that is what our bill does.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.70805
VADER
0.856
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
7.6
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
59.6
Gunning-Fog Score
11.7
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
6.8
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.6
Sprache Readability Score
3.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
14
Sprache Difficult Word Count
20
Max Baucus
First, as a matter of policy, it states that locating federal facilities in central business areas is good for the economy and the livability of communities.
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
0.459
Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
21
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.4
Sprache Readability Score
4.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
10
Sprache Difficult Word Count
11
Max Baucus
But more importantly, the bill implements that policy by requiring that the head of each Federal agency give first priority to central business areas when locating, or relocating, Federal facilities. This requirement could be waived if it would materially compromise the mission of the agency or if it would not be economically prudent. But those would be exceptions to the general rule that downtown areas should be the preferred area for Federal offices. And the downtown areas will be determined by local officials, not Federal agencies.
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
0.608
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
30.6
Gunning-Fog Score
18.4
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
33
Sprache Difficult Word Count
29
Max Baucus
This bill will be good for our communities. And it will be good for the Federal government.
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
0.7
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
4.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
78.8
Gunning-Fog Score
8.1
Coleman-Liau Index
9.5
SMOG Index
10.3
Automated Readability Index
3
Dale-Chall Readability Score
2.3
Sprache Readability Score
2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
2
Sprache Difficult Word Count
4
Max Baucus
In closing let me express my appreciation to my colleague from Vermont for all the work that he has put into this issue. His leadership has been instrumental in crafting this bill. I look forward to working with him to bring this bill through the Environment and Public Works Committee and before the Senate early next year.
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)
0.8473
VADER
0.511
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
64.4
Gunning-Fog Score
9.7
Coleman-Liau Index
11.6
SMOG Index
10.6
Automated Readability Index
10
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.5
Sprache Readability Score
4.3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
13
Sprache Difficult Word Count
16
Joe Biden
Mr. President, today I am introducing the NIH Office of Autoimmune Diseases Act of 1999. This legislation, which is very similar to a bill introduced in the House of Representatives by Congressman Waxman, would create an Office of Autoimmune Diseases as part of the Office of the Director of the National Institutes of Health. I would like to outline briefly why I feel that this office and this legislation are needed.
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
0.557
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
53
Gunning-Fog Score
9.9
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.6
Sprache Readability Score
4.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
21
Sprache Difficult Word Count
22
Joe Biden
To understand autoimmune diseases, it is first necessary to talk about the body's immune system. The immune system is a collection of tissues which is designed to fend off any foreign invaders into our body. For example, we live in a world surrounded by microbes of various kinds, many of which would be harmful to us if they could set up shop in our bodies. However, the immune system recognizes that a foreign microbe has entered our body and it mobilizes a variety of defenses to expel this foreign invader.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.16667
Leans Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.16667
Leans Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.31015
VADER
0.527
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
43
Gunning-Fog Score
16.6
Coleman-Liau Index
11.1
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
31
Sprache Difficult Word Count
27
Joe Biden
The critical importance of the immune system can be easily seen when something goes wrong with it. For example, when a baby is born with a major defect in its immune system, it is extremely vulnerable to attacks by bacteria that a healthy baby would be able to fight off. Such immune-deficient babies need to be protected from their environment in order to preserve their lives. You may have seen the TV programs about such "bubble babies", who have to spend their entire lives in a protective plastic bubble or a spacesuit.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.66667
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.66667
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.29928
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.16667
Leans Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.16667
Leans Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.31015
VADER
-0.216
Slightly Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
52.2
Gunning-Fog Score
14.9
Coleman-Liau Index
11
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.1
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
23
Sprache Difficult Word Count
25
Joe Biden
However, although the immune system is essential for human life, it sometimes can cause problems with our health. When someone gets a kidney transplant, for example, it is the immune system which tries to fight off this "foreign invader", a process called rejection. The survival of the transplant requires that the recipient be given treatment in order to suppress the immune system.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.23077
Slightly Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.23077
Slightly Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.43532
VADER
-0.494
Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
50.8
Gunning-Fog Score
13.4
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.1
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
24
Sprache Difficult Word Count
23
Joe Biden
Occasionally, the body's immune system goes haywire and starts to attack the body's own tissues as if they were foreign invaders. This process is called autoimmunity, and diseases in which autoimmunity is thought to play an important role are called autoimmune diseases. The spectrum of human illnesses for which there is evidence of an autoimmune component is extremely broad, ranging from lupus to diabetes to multiple sclerosis. At the National Institutes of Health, these different diseases are often studied in completely different institutes: diabetes in the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases; lupus in the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases; multiple sclerosis in the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke; and so forth.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.36842
Somewhat Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.36842
Somewhat Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.73089
VADER
-0.294
Slightly Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
17.4
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
56
Sprache Difficult Word Count
39
Joe Biden
Despite being studied in different locations, these diseases all have one thing in common: abnormalities of the immune system that lead to an autoimmune process in which the body actually attacks itself. It is vital that researchers on one autoimmune disease understand what research advances are being made on other autoimmune diseases; the key to understanding the autoimmune process in multiple sclerosis might very well be uncovered by a researcher working on autoimmunity in diabetes.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.2
Leans Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.2
Leans Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.33647
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.07692
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.07692
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.1431
VADER
0.434
Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
12
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
29
Sprache Difficult Word Count
27
Joe Biden
This is where the need for an NIH Office of Autoimmune Diseases arises. Its purpose is to make sure that there is cooperation and coordination across scientific disciplines for all those working on the broad spectrum of autoimmune diseases. Researchers working on autoimmunity in one narrowly defined disease must be able to benefit from research advances in autoimmune research. The history of medicine is replete with examples where breakthroughs in one area were actually a direct consequence of advances in a completely unrelated field.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
2.19722
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.63599
VADER
0.649
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
32.4
Gunning-Fog Score
18.4
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
33
Sprache Difficult Word Count
32
Joe Biden
This bill sets up an Office of Autoimmune Diseases at NIH, along with a broadly representative coordinating committee to assist it. The director of the Office of Autoimmune Diseases will be responsible for setting an agenda for research and education on autoimmune diseases, for promoting cooperation and coordination among the disparate entities that are working on autoimmune diseases, for serving as principal advisor to HHS on autoimmune diseases, for husbanding resources for autoimmune disease research, and for producing reports to keep other scientists and the public informed about progress in autoimmune disease research.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.05882
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.05882
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.11123
VADER
0.765
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
0
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
9.6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
43
Sprache Difficult Word Count
35
Joe Biden
Mr. President, I'd like to explain why I have a particular interest in the area of autoimmune diseases. A very close friend of mine in Delaware, Ms. Tia McDowell, is fighting valiantly against a chronic disease. At present, the treatments for this disease no longer seem to be working very well, so Tia's hope lies in new research advances. Although doctors are not sure what causes Tia's disease, they do think that autoimmunity plays an important part. For Tia, and for others with diseases where autoimmunity is important, I want to make sure that we are moving ahead with research in the most efficient manner possible, and I think that creation of an NIH Office of Autoimmune Diseases is one way to help this process along.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0
VADER
0.975
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.6
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
58.3
Gunning-Fog Score
11.3
Coleman-Liau Index
11.5
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
40
Sprache Difficult Word Count
34
Joe Biden
Mr. President, I urge my colleagues to support the NIH Office of Autoimmune Diseases Act of 1999 as something we in Congress can do to help our research scientists conquer this puzzling and pernicious group of diseases. I ask that the text of the bill be printed in the Record.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.58779
VADER
0.66
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
66.4
Gunning-Fog Score
10.7
Coleman-Liau Index
10.1
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
7.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.2
Sprache Readability Score
4.2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
17
Sprache Difficult Word Count
19
Joe Biden
The bill follows:
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
1.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
91
Gunning-Fog Score
1.2
Coleman-Liau Index
11.6
SMOG Index
3.3
Automated Readability Index
2.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
0.1
Sprache Readability Score
1.1
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
0
Sprache Difficult Word Count
1