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Senate Floor: STATEMENTS ON INTRODUCED BILLS AND JOINT RESOLUTIONS
Topics
Entities
Moderation
25 Speakers
Topics
No topics found
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Moderation
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Speakers
Jeff Sessions Jeff Sessions said 311 sentences of a total of 1339 sentences.
24%
Jeff Sessions said 4864 words of a total of 27094 words.
18%
Jim Jeffords Jim Jeffords said 113 sentences of a total of 1339 sentences.
9%
Jim Jeffords said 2449 words of a total of 27094 words.
10%
Olympia J. Snowe Olympia J. Snowe said 75 sentences of a total of 1339 sentences.
6%
Olympia J. Snowe said 2233 words of a total of 27094 words.
9%
Paul Wellstone Paul Wellstone said 104 sentences of a total of 1339 sentences.
8%
Paul Wellstone said 1835 words of a total of 27094 words.
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Joseph Lieberman Joseph Lieberman said 61 sentences of a total of 1339 sentences.
5%
Joseph Lieberman said 1501 words of a total of 27094 words.
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Chris Dodd Chris Dodd said 54 sentences of a total of 1339 sentences.
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Chris Dodd said 1237 words of a total of 27094 words.
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John D. Rockefeller, IV John D. Rockefeller, IV said 33 sentences of a total of 1339 sentences.
3%
John D. Rockefeller, IV said 1131 words of a total of 27094 words.
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Jon Corzine Jon Corzine said 59 sentences of a total of 1339 sentences.
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Jon Corzine said 1004 words of a total of 27094 words.
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Tom Harkin Tom Harkin said 50 sentences of a total of 1339 sentences.
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Tom Harkin said 964 words of a total of 27094 words.
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John Kerry John Kerry said 41 sentences of a total of 1339 sentences.
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Bill Frist Bill Frist said 37 sentences of a total of 1339 sentences.
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Bill Frist said 882 words of a total of 27094 words.
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Barbara A. Mikulski Barbara A. Mikulski said 34 sentences of a total of 1339 sentences.
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Barbara A. Mikulski said 871 words of a total of 27094 words.
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Orrin Hatch Orrin Hatch said 47 sentences of a total of 1339 sentences.
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Orrin Hatch said 860 words of a total of 27094 words.
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John McCain John McCain said 40 sentences of a total of 1339 sentences.
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John McCain said 851 words of a total of 27094 words.
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Bob Graham Bob Graham said 36 sentences of a total of 1339 sentences.
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Mike DeWine Mike DeWine said 39 sentences of a total of 1339 sentences.
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Arlen Specter Arlen Specter said 20 sentences of a total of 1339 sentences.
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Arlen Specter said 606 words of a total of 27094 words.
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Ted Kennedy Ted Kennedy said 31 sentences of a total of 1339 sentences.
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Tim Hutchinson Tim Hutchinson said 24 sentences of a total of 1339 sentences.
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Joe Biden Joe Biden said 21 sentences of a total of 1339 sentences.
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Joe Biden said 475 words of a total of 27094 words.
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Kay Bailey Hutchison Kay Bailey Hutchison said 24 sentences of a total of 1339 sentences.
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Kay Bailey Hutchison said 423 words of a total of 27094 words.
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Gordon Smith Gordon Smith said 20 sentences of a total of 1339 sentences.
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Gordon Smith said 392 words of a total of 27094 words.
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Richard Lugar Richard Lugar said 22 sentences of a total of 1339 sentences.
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Richard Lugar said 376 words of a total of 27094 words.
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Barbara Boxer Barbara Boxer said 18 sentences of a total of 1339 sentences.
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Barbara Boxer said 338 words of a total of 27094 words.
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Frank Murkowski Frank Murkowski said 25 sentences of a total of 1339 sentences.
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Full Transcript
Richard Lugar
Mr. President, at the request of the Administration, I rise today to offer legislation to repeal the Jackson-Vanik amendment to Title IV of the 1974 Trade Act and to authorize the extension of normal trade relations to the products of the Russian Federation.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0
Neutral
Moderation
Violence
0.0879392494
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.071079639
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0133891052
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0026946214
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0010360062
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0009634837
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0006641773
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
4.23933E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.475E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
5.32E-8
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
3.95E-8
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
77.047
Magnitude:
42
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
44.1
Gunning-Fog Score
13.3
Coleman-Liau Index
11.9
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
17
Sprache Difficult Word Count
20
Richard Lugar
Congress passed the Jackson-Vanik amendment as a means to deny Permanent Normal Trade Relations to communist countries that restricted emigration rights and were not market economies. Jackson-Vanik continues to apply to the Russian Federation today despite the findings of successive Administrations that Russia had come into full compliance with requirements of freedom of emigration, including the absence of any tax on emigration. Furthermore, although Russia's transformation has been imperfect, substantial progress has been made toward the creation of a free-market economy.
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)
0.8473
VADER
0.691
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0152422916
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0123260266
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0107750049
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0080030666
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0039751281
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0014559687
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0010353327
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
8.63257E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
7.94235E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
7.54231E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.37861E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
85.298
Magnitude:
81
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
18.3
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
39
Sprache Difficult Word Count
37
Richard Lugar
Since the fall of the Soviet Union, there have been dramatic changes in all aspects of life in Russia. It is clear that the Jackson-Vanik amendment played a role in bringing about these changes and in promoting freedom of emigration in many countries in the former Soviet Union.
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
0.893
Very Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.0059005855
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0025537514
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0018290611
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0017300103
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0010082313
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0004059012
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0003058823
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
5.8172E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
3.4277E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
2.2886E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
9.901E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
International Affairs
Score:
80.949
Magnitude:
48
Code:
19
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#19
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
49
Gunning-Fog Score
13.1
Coleman-Liau Index
11.5
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.4
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
16
Sprache Difficult Word Count
17
Richard Lugar
But, the time has come to move beyond the Cold War era.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.51083
VADER
-0.599
Very Negative
Moderation
Violence
0.0443596975
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0132572735
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0127374791
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.001723167
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0016416532
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0010775767
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.000280189
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
3.08605E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
4.0899E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
3.414E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
5.9E-9
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Defense
Score:
44.257
Magnitude:
12
Code:
16
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#16
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
2.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
96
Gunning-Fog Score
4.8
Coleman-Liau Index
4.8
SMOG Index
3.3
Automated Readability Index
1.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
3.2
Sprache Readability Score
2.3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
2
Sprache Difficult Word Count
2
Richard Lugar
Since 1991, Congress has authorized the removal of Jackson-Vanik restrictions from Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, the Czech Republic, the Slovak Republic, Hungary, Bulgaria, Romania, Kyrgyszstan, Albania, and Georgia. Because Russia continues to be subject to Jackson-Vanik conditions, the Administration must submit a semi-annual report to the Congress on that government's continued compliance with freedom of emigration requirements. The Administration reports that this requirement continues to be a major irritant is U.S. relations with Russia. The changed circumstances that have permitted the removal of other communist countries from Title IV reporting now apply equally to Russia.
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
0.226
Slightly Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0940729689
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0296528742
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0250056066
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0185138168
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0151639222
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0022241624
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0019083747
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0016458622
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
3.31066E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.40528E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
1.78074E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
International Affairs
Score:
62.072
Magnitude:
94
Code:
19
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#19
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Immigration
Score:
21.222
Magnitude:
94
Code:
9
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#9
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
19.3
Gunning-Fog Score
15.1
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
50
Sprache Difficult Word Count
44
Richard Lugar
I understand there remain those with concerns about extending nondiscriminatory treatment to the products of the Russian Federation. But I would simply point out that the U.S. and Russia concluded a bilateral trade agreement on June 17, 1992 and that Russia is currently in the process of acceding to the World Trade Organization. In other words, the time has come to take the next step in the U.S.-Russian bilateral relationship, namely, Permanent Normal Trade Relations. It is for that purpose that I introduce this legislation today.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.63636
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.63636
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.335
VADER
0.494
Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.1223632833
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0253514561
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0146091261
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0085746389
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0039249015
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0017263004
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0004620621
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0002849011
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001945152
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0001240644
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
7.60236E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
87.558
Magnitude:
87
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
7.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
58.7
Gunning-Fog Score
9.8
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.5
Sprache Readability Score
4.3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
28
Sprache Difficult Word Count
28
Bob Graham
Mr. President, today I am introducing legislation that will clarify the proper tax treatment of intangible assets transferred to foreign corporations. This bill is necessary to avoid trapping unwary taxpayers who relied on Congressional intent when it made changes to this area of the tax code in 1997.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.25
Slightly Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.25
Slightly Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.45199
VADER
-0.128
Leans Negative
Moderation
Violence
0.0134067988
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0035069108
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0031719257
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0016029522
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0009543826
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0008082552
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0002114741
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001657547
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
3.83501E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.34495E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.23062E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Domestic Commerce
Score:
66.279
Magnitude:
58
Code:
15
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#15
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
40.8
Gunning-Fog Score
13.1
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.8
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.7
Sprache Readability Score
4.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
21
Sprache Difficult Word Count
24
Bob Graham
Transfers of intangible property from a U.S. person to a foreign corporation in a transaction that would be tax-free under Code section 351 or 361 are subject to special rules. Pursuant to section 367(d), the U.S. person making such a transfer is treated as 1. having sold the intangible property in exchange for payments that are contingent on the productivity, use, or disposition of such property and 2. receiving amounts that reasonably reflect the amounts that would have been received annually over the useful life of such property. The deemed royalty amounts included in the gross income of the U.S. person by reason of this rule are treated as ordinary income and the earnings and profits of the foreign corporation to which the intangible property was distributed are reduced by such amounts.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.27273
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.27273
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.51083
VADER
0.66
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0074834737
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0012524572
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0002156107
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.000182776
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0001502334
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
3.79448E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
5.3173E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
5.3164E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
4.9366E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
3.806E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
3.754E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.2
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
58.3
Gunning-Fog Score
11.4
Coleman-Liau Index
11.8
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
6.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.1
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
39
Sprache Difficult Word Count
39
Bob Graham
Prior to the Taxpayer Relief Act of 1997 (the "1997 Act"), the deemed royalties under section 367(d) were treated as U.S.-source income and therefore were not eligible for foreign tax credits. The 1997 Act eliminated this special "deemed U.S. source rule" and provided that deemed royalties under section 367(d) are treated as foreign-source income to the same extent that an actual royalty payment would be so treated. The 1997 Act reflected a recognition that the previous rule was intended to discourage transfers of intangible property to foreign corporations, relative to licenses of such intangible property, but that the enhanced information reporting included in the 1997 Act made it unnecessary to continue to so discourage transfers relative to licenses.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.33647
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.06667
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.06667
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.12516
VADER
0.226
Slightly Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0163658566
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0130188753
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.00463904
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0022633683
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0006196552
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.000193758
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.00018199
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
7.95371E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
4.39667E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.24443E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.8999E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Health
Score:
95.67
Magnitude:
81
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
48.3
Gunning-Fog Score
16.1
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.2
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.4
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
51
Sprache Difficult Word Count
35
Bob Graham
The 1997 Act intended to eliminate the penalty provided by the prior- law deemed U.S. source rule under section 367(d) and that had operated to discourage taxpayers from transferring intangible property in a transaction that would be covered by section 367(d). Prior to the 1997 Act, in order to avoid this penalty, taxpayers licensed intangible property to foreign corporations instead of transferring such property in a transaction that would be subject to section 367(d). With the 1997 Act's elimination of the penalty source rule of section 367(d), it was intended that taxpayers could transfer intangible property to a foreign corporation in a transaction that gives rise to deemed royalty payments under section 367(d) instead of having to structure the transaction with the foreign corporation as a license in exchange for actual royalty payments.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.3979
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.23077
Slightly Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.23077
Slightly Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.43532
VADER
-0.875
Very Negative
Moderation
Violence
0.4816216417
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0575492799
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0421229808
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0265435461
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0181577998
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0091454131
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0050677085
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0044732151
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0044083674
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0041216605
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0022279177
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Health
Score:
97.564
Magnitude:
103
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
37.4
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.4
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
53
Sprache Difficult Word Count
33
Bob Graham
The 1997 Act's goal of eliminating the penalty treatment of transfers of intangible property under section 367(d) is achieved only if the deemed royalty payments under section 367(d) not only are sourced for foreign tax credit purposes in the same manner as actual royalty payments, but also are characterized for foreign tax credit limitation purposes in the same manner as actual royalty payments. Without a clarification that the deemed royalty payments under section 367(d) are characterized for foreign tax credit limitation purposes in the same manner as an actual royalty, there is a risk in many cases that such deemed royalties would be characterized in a manner that leads to a foreign tax credit result that is equally as disadvantageous as the result that arose under the penalty source rule that was intended to be eliminated by the 1997 Act. The bill I am introducing today provides the needed clarification of the foreign tax credit limitation treatment of a deemed royalty under section 367(d), ensuring that the penalty that was intended to be eliminated with the 1997 Act is in fact eliminated.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.55556
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.55556
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.08571
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.08571
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.16705
VADER
-0.772
Very Negative
Moderation
Violence
0.048936822
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0032277363
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0031158885
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0024593925
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0018536963
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0004630568
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0004411454
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0003630881
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
3.03555E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
9.9187E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
9.1735E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Health
Score:
96.825
Magnitude:
56
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
0.2
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
70
Sprache Difficult Word Count
36
Bob Graham
The bill clarifies that the deemed income inclusions under section 367(d) upon a transfer of intangible property to a foreign corporation are characterized for purposes of the foreign tax credit limitation rules in the same manner as an actual royalty is characterized. The tax treatment of such a transfer of intangible property to a foreign corporation thus would be the same as the tax treatment that applies if the intangible property is made available to the foreign corporation through a license arrangement.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.23077
Slightly Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.23077
Slightly Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.43532
VADER
0.318
Somewhat Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0074948366
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0016613527
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0012228846
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001029107
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
6.49214E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
6.41233E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
4.18433E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
2.11119E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
2.7722E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.7401E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.479E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Health
Score:
89.402
Magnitude:
56
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
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
8.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
34
Sprache Difficult Word Count
25
Bob Graham
The bill's provision would be effective for income inclusions under section 367(d) on or after August 5, 1997, which is the effective date of the 1997 Act provision eliminating the special deemed U.S. source rule under section 367(d). Like the 1997 Act provision, the bill's provision would be effective for transfers made, and for royalties deemed received, on or after August 5, 1997.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0.926
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0046559217
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0038444083
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0010421182
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0008783827
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0007791619
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
6.6246E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
7.2907E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
5.64E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.0304E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.0081E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
7.957E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Health
Score:
85.847
Magnitude:
250
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
7.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
72.2
Gunning-Fog Score
12.7
Coleman-Liau Index
9.5
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
7.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.1
Sprache Readability Score
3.8
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
22
Sprache Difficult Word Count
14
Bob Graham
I ask unanimous consent that the text of the bill be printed in the Record.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0.226
Slightly Positive
Moderation
Sexual
0.0407659216
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0277680228
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0193008789
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0093456794
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0049638409
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0026781156
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0022120479
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0013235628
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0003066361
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0001562485
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
3.89799E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Health
Score:
92.7
Magnitude:
48
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
6.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
73.2
Gunning-Fog Score
8.7
Coleman-Liau Index
7.7
SMOG Index
9
Automated Readability Index
4.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5
Sprache Readability Score
3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
4
Sprache Difficult Word Count
6
Barbara A. Mikulski
Mr. President, I rise to introduce the Nurse Reinvestment Act. This bill is a down payment to help address the nursing shortage in this country by bringing more people into the nursing profession and by retaining nurses. This bill combines the Nursing Employment and Education Development Act, S. 721, introduced by Senator Tim Hutchinson and myself and the Nurse Reinvestment Act, (S. 1597), introduced by Senators Kerry and Jeffords. We have all worked together to bring this important legislation before the Senate today.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.81818
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.81818
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.94591
VADER
0.178
Leans Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0340397994
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.003546289
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0023946381
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.001625709
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0004357856
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0004012232
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0003510282
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
2.70221E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.09826E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
3.6051E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
4.18E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Health
Score:
92.572
Magnitude:
132
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.2
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
57.2
Gunning-Fog Score
8.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
11.9
Automated Readability Index
8.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.9
Sprache Readability Score
4.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
28
Sprache Difficult Word Count
28
Barbara A. Mikulski
This bill is sorely needed, because we have a nursing shortage. In Maryland, 15 percent of the nursing jobs are vacant. Last year, it took an average of 68 days to fill a nurse vacancy, and we need about 1,600 more full-time nurses to fill those vacancies. There were 2,000 fewer nurses in Maryland in 1999 than there were in 1998. The shortage exists across the United States, and will get worse in the future. Nationwide, we need 1.7 million nurses by the year 2020, but only about 600,000 will be available. The need for this bill was clear at the Subcommittee on Aging's hearing on the nursing shortgage earlier this year.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.27444
VADER
0.307
Somewhat Positive
Moderation
Sexual
0.0170124607
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0080497637
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0068307927
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.00066253
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0002254479
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001060393
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
3.44638E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
2.25154E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.04203E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
5.7084E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
4.823E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Education
Score:
54.493
Magnitude:
81
Code:
6
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#6
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Health
Score:
26.333
Magnitude:
81
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
5.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
82.1
Gunning-Fog Score
9
Coleman-Liau Index
7.7
SMOG Index
10.4
Automated Readability Index
5.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.2
Sprache Readability Score
4.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
25
Sprache Difficult Word Count
27
Barbara A. Mikulski
We depend on nurses every day to care for millions of Americans, whether in a hospital, nursing home, community health center, hospice, or through home health. They are the backbone of our health care system. If we don't effectively address the crisis in nursing, those hospitals, nursing homes and clinics will soon be on life support.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.9
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.9
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.56495
VADER
0.534
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0428593718
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0300488813
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0131906316
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.007731808
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0055181394
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0054614578
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0023386167
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0017180444
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0007086592
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0006469729
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0002212165
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Health
Score:
97.787
Magnitude:
83
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
58
Gunning-Fog Score
11.8
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.9
Sprache Readability Score
4.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
14
Sprache Difficult Word Count
19
Barbara A. Mikulski
This bill is a down payment. It doesn't address the fact that nurses are underpaid, overworked, and undervalued, but it does focus on education and other important areas. This bill seeks to help bring men and women into the nursing profession, and help them to advance within it. The bill does this under five major approaches:
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.8
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.8
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.84583
VADER
0.852
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0031335141
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0010629962
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0009849839
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0006344012
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0002764492
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0002085329
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0001456183
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
5.92535E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
4.80116E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.04574E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.53097E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Health
Score:
97.956
Magnitude:
99
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
7.6
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
65.7
Gunning-Fog Score
9.9
Coleman-Liau Index
11.8
SMOG Index
10.3
Automated Readability Index
7.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.1
Sprache Readability Score
3.8
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
12
Sprache Difficult Word Count
18
Barbara A. Mikulski
Creates a National Nurse Service Corps Scholarship Program, which provides scholarships in exchange for at least two years of service in a critical nursing shortage area or facility Provides grants for outreach at primary and secondary schools; scholarships or stipends to nursing students from disadvantaged backgrounds, education programs for students who need assistance with math, science, or other areas; dependent care and transportation assistance; establishment of partnerships between schools of nursing and health care facilities to improve access to care in underserved areas Creates state and national public awareness and education campaigns to enhance the image of nursing, promote diversity in the nursing workforce, and encourage people to enter the nursing profession Creates "career ladder" programs with schools of nursing and health care facilities to encourage individuals to pursue additional education and training to enter and advance within the nursing profession Enables Area Health Education Centers, AHECs, to expand their junior and senior high school mentoring programs for nurses and develop "models of excellence" for community-based nurses Trains individuals to provide long-term care to the elderly and expands educational opportunities in gerontological nursing Creates internship and residency programs that encourage mentoring and the development of specialties Provides grants to improve workplace conditions, reduce workplace injuries, promote continuing nursing education and career development, and establish nurse retention programs Provides scholarships, loans, and stipends for graduate- level education in nursing in exchange for teaching at an accredited school of nursing, to help ensure that we have enough teachers at our nursing schools.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.375
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.375
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.7376
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.8
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.8
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.14352
VADER
0.995
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0682629761
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0161798453
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0126682411
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0071682596
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0016183334
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0007549349
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0004002589
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.000249139
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001355037
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.43977E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.12473E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Health
Score:
96.795
Magnitude:
149
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
10
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
125
Sprache Difficult Word Count
86
Barbara A. Mikulski
Creates a National Commission on the Recruitment and Retention of Nurses to study and make recommendations to the health care community and Congress on how to address: the nursing shortage in the long-term, nursing recruitment and retention, career advancement within the profession and attracting individuals into the profession.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.75
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.75
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.75786
VADER
0.751
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.3349533537
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.2132880734
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0189723214
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0118796808
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0115715797
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0114108683
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0052822055
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0046036868
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0032033917
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0010865006
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0002918797
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Health
Score:
88.504
Magnitude:
116
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
9.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
21
Sprache Difficult Word Count
21
Barbara A. Mikulski
This bill is about nursing education, but it's also about empowerment. We can empower people to have a better life and go into a career to save lives.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.56495
VADER
0.846
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.1156903803
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0251303689
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0226239499
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.013072927
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0047266545
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0016202192
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0009782027
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0004455358
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0002276452
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0002115558
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0001931372
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Health
Score:
94.368
Magnitude:
94
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
59.7
Gunning-Fog Score
9.9
Coleman-Liau Index
9.2
SMOG Index
10.3
Automated Readability Index
5.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
3.5
Sprache Readability Score
2.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
5
Sprache Difficult Word Count
7
Barbara A. Mikulski
The bill will empower the single mom who has been working in a minimum wage job to forge a better life for herself and her family. It will help her get a scholarship to help pay for tuition, books, and lab fees, and by funding child care programs to help her balance work and family.
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
0.915
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0493642408
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.011156762
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0076957265
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0066753819
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0050866838
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0043812099
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0038243914
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.001609183
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.001394889
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0010940512
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.000200765
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Health
Score:
69.69
Magnitude:
83
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
65.1
Gunning-Fog Score
14.6
Coleman-Liau Index
8.2
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.5
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.1
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
13
Sprache Difficult Word Count
16
Barbara A. Mikulski
The bill will empower the nurse who has a baccalaureate degree, but wants to get a Master's degree so she can teach nursing at a community college. It will help her get loans or scholarships and living stipends to pursue that degree.
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
0.55
Very Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.1122602145
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0307939714
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.025984284
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0084723652
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0079461315
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0061785388
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0057151065
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0046479538
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0012951997
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0006351586
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0005522001
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Education
Score:
75.457
Magnitude:
75
Code:
6
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#6
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
62.6
Gunning-Fog Score
12.2
Coleman-Liau Index
10.6
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
10.2
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.2
Sprache Readability Score
4.3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
11
Sprache Difficult Word Count
14
Barbara A. Mikulski
This bill will also fund partnerships between schools of nursing and health care facilities to train individuals who will provide long-term care for the elderly. Our population is aging, more than 70 million Americans will be over age 65 by 2030. This means more people will need care provided by nurses and other individuals specifically trained to care for the unique health needs of older Americans.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.78947
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.78947
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.94591
VADER
0.915
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.0089118061
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0043717358
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0025234827
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.001235778
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
9.955E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
7.92011E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
4.03933E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
1.59655E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
9.1118E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
7.2113E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
4.4071E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Health
Score:
43.444
Magnitude:
94
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Education
Score:
29.329
Magnitude:
94
Code:
6
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#6
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
49.1
Gunning-Fog Score
14.9
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.1
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
17
Sprache Difficult Word Count
21
Barbara A. Mikulski
I look forward to the Senate's speedy passage of this important legislation and to working with our colleagues in the House of Representatives to enact a strong bill that gets behind our Nation's nurses. I also want to thank Senators Kennedy, Gregg, and Frist for their hard work in moving this legislation forward, as well as Senators Lieberman and Clinton for their important contributions to this bill.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.77778
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.77778
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.7346
VADER
0.823
Very Positive
Moderation
Sexual
0.0181568306
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0038260187
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0016103559
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0015691299
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0004720817
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0002580106
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001488835
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
7.21823E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
3.45801E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.40465E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
1.42477E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Education
Score:
56.142
Magnitude:
51
Code:
6
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#6
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Labor
Score:
25.183
Magnitude:
51
Code:
5
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#5
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
39
Gunning-Fog Score
17
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
20
Tim Hutchinson
Mr. President, I am proud to be a lead cosponsor of the legislation we are introducing today to address the critical shortage of nurses in our country. After holding two hearings earlier this year to examine the nurse shortage and its impact on our health care delivery system. I introduced S. 721, the Nurse Employment and Education Development Act, NEED Act. This bipartisan legislation seeks to encourage individuals to enter the nursing profession, provide continued education and opportunities for advancement within the profession, and to bolster the number of nurse faculty to teach at our nursing schools. Most importantly, its legislation would establish a Nurse Service Corps, which would provide financial assistance to individuals for nurse education in exchange for 2 years of service in a nurse shortage area.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.11111
Leans Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.11111
Leans Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.20067
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.61111
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.61111
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.36949
VADER
0.83
Very Positive
Moderation
Sexual
0.0148042731
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0102427635
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0079274228
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0022425704
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0005269785
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
9.23163E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
3.65801E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
2.646E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.7252E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
8.8155E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.8295E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Labor
Score:
55.564
Magnitude:
99
Code:
5
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#5
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Education
Score:
33.457
Magnitude:
99
Code:
6
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#6
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
37.9
Gunning-Fog Score
15.4
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
46
Sprache Difficult Word Count
42
Tim Hutchinson
The NEED Act won unanimous approval by the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee on November 1, and I am pleased that it has served as the basis for the legislation we are introducing today.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.58779
VADER
0.866
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0830101664
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0111641581
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.007897363
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0040758274
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0030171903
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0011243533
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0009829072
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0006353888
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0003793481
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0003087309
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
4.5629E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
29.3
Gunning-Fog Score
18.8
Coleman-Liau Index
11.5
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
13
Sprache Difficult Word Count
15
Tim Hutchinson
The nursing profession is suffering from a serious decline in practicing nurses due to a shrinking pipeline. The nursing profession as a whole is aging, the average age of Registered Nurses is 43.3 years, while nurses under age 30 comprise less than 10 percent of today's nurse workforce. Large numbers of nurses are retiring or leaving the profession, and only a small number of nurses and nurse educators are taking their place. By the year 2020, when millions of Baby Boomers will retire, it is projected that nursing needs will be unmet by at least 20 percent. For this reason, we need to employ innovative recruitment techniques, including a Nurse Service Corps, public service announcements, and outreach efforts at elementary and secondary schools to promote nursing as a viable, fulfilling career option. To address the needs of the elderly, the bill will provide grants for gerontological education and training.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.8473
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.48571
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.48571
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.02585
VADER
0.66
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0382782571
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0149040148
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0073217408
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0061499755
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0029825404
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0019783271
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0017784383
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0015779146
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0009022846
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0004693276
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0001123059
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Health
Score:
97.922
Magnitude:
49
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
44.2
Gunning-Fog Score
16.4
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
51
Sprache Difficult Word Count
55
Tim Hutchinson
Hospitals, nursing homes, community health centers and other health care facilities are desperately seeking nurses to fill vacant positions so they can continue to provide safe, quality health care. In Arkansas, hospitals have reported over 750 nursing vacancies. To encourage nurses to stay and advance within the profession, the nursing bill provides for a career ladder program and encourages hospitals and other employers to develop innovative retention strategies. The bill also encourages speciality training and mentors through an internship and residency program, in order to fill the void created by experienced nurses leaving the profession.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.71429
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.71429
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.46634
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.89189
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.89189
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.65324
VADER
0.962
Very Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.0858494313
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0244414026
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0138828604
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0061166837
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0041824384
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0035123161
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0032478372
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0020264251
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0012056087
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0011370448
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0010196615
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Labor
Score:
51.229
Magnitude:
156
Code:
5
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#5
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Health
Score:
37.343
Magnitude:
156
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
23.3
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
39
Sprache Difficult Word Count
37
Tim Hutchinson
Finally, the bill addresses the critical need for nurse educators. The number of nursing school graduates in Arkansas is at its lowest in a decade, and nursing students have been turned away because of the lack of faculty to teach them. There are approximately four hundred nurse faculty vacancies in nursing schools nationwide. Therefore we include two provisions, a nurse faculty fast-track loan repayment program and a stipend and scholarship program, both of which provide financial assistance to masters and doctoral students who will teach at an accredited school of nursing for each year of assistance.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.41176
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.41176
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.82098
VADER
-0.71
Very Negative
Moderation
Violence
0.0133053865
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0038562794
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0036884452
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0015357622
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0003357438
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0001071681
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
8.82667E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
5.60171E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
4.36812E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.39109E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
4.4423E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Health
Score:
94.844
Magnitude:
145
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
42.7
Gunning-Fog Score
17.1
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
34
Sprache Difficult Word Count
31
Tim Hutchinson
This has been a team effort. I want to thank Senators Mikulski, Kerry, and Jeffords for their contributions to this important legislation, and I urge my colleagues to support its passage.
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
0.671
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.003172319
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0019362926
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0013269981
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0006615981
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.00018121
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
7.57182E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
2.31072E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.38988E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
1.11686E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.5756E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.2573E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Health
Score:
95.747
Magnitude:
188
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
51.9
Gunning-Fog Score
11.4
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.4
Sprache Readability Score
3.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
11
Sprache Difficult Word Count
11
John Kerry
Mr. President, I am pleased to join my colleagues Senators Jeffords, Hutchinson and Mikulski in re-introducing the Nurse Reinvestment Act. This legislation will increase the number of nurses in our country, and also ensure that every nurse in the field has the skills he or she needs to provide the quality care patients deserve.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.85714
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.85714
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.19722
VADER
0.91
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.034928805
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0087747074
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0046259946
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0012026186
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0006731527
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001583302
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
8.05759E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
5.69705E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.98064E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.59603E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
5.8279E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Education
Score:
67.252
Magnitude:
92
Code:
6
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#6
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
55.9
Gunning-Fog Score
11
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.8
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.1
Sprache Readability Score
4.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
18
Sprache Difficult Word Count
20
John Kerry
We are in the midst of a serious nursing workforce shortage. Every type of community, urban, suburban and rural, is touched by it. No sector of our health care system is immune to it. Across the country, hospitals, nursing homes, home health care agencies and hospices are struggling to find nurses to care for their patients. Patients in search of care have been denied admission to facilities and told that there were "no beds" for them. Often there are beds, just not the nurses to care for the patients who would occupy them.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.80952
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.80952
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.05412
VADER
0.778
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0792525185
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0039505263
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.003533842
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0007948849
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0007822578
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0002790597
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0001827382
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
6.23119E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
4.83325E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
7.9591E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
7.049E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Health
Score:
97.286
Magnitude:
99
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
7.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
70.1
Gunning-Fog Score
10.5
Coleman-Liau Index
10.9
SMOG Index
10.6
Automated Readability Index
7.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.2
Sprache Readability Score
4.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
26
Sprache Difficult Word Count
27
John Kerry
Our Naiton has suffered from nursing shortages in the past. However, this shortage is particularly severe because we are losing nurses at both ends of the pipeline. Over the past five years, enrollment in entry-level nursing programs has declined by 20 percent. Lured to the lucartive jobs of the new economy, high school graduates are not pursuing careers in nursing in the numbers they once had. Consequently, nurses under the age of 30 represent only 10 percent of the current workforce. By 2010, 40 percent of the nursing workforce will be over the age of 50, and nearing retirement. If these trends are not reversed, we stand to lose vast numbers of nurses at the same time that they will be needed to care for the millions of baby boomers enrolling in Medicare.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.56495
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.1
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.1
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.19106
VADER
-0.83
Very Negative
Moderation
Violence
0.019688574
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0121803401
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0061292725
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0023649758
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0020687323
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0015064291
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0003136124
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0001148637
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
4.57552E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.03028E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
5.9847E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Health
Score:
30.255
Magnitude:
70
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
65.6
Gunning-Fog Score
11.5
Coleman-Liau Index
10.8
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
9.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
39
Sprache Difficult Word Count
38
John Kerry
The Nurse Reinvestment Act will support the recruitment of new students into our Nation's nursing programs. The bill will fund national and local public service announcements to enhance the profile of the nursing profession and encourage students to commit to a career in nursing. Our legislation will also expand school-to-career partnerships between health care facilities, nursing colleges, middle schools and high schools to show our youth the value of a nursing degree.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.76471
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.76471
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.82455
VADER
0.934
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.0379477715
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0298562722
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0011991303
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0006161413
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0003010461
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0001217405
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
6.32201E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
4.55674E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
1.26903E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
3.3501E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.525E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Health
Score:
97.662
Magnitude:
73
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
42.3
Gunning-Fog Score
14.7
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
29
Sprache Difficult Word Count
30
John Kerry
Our legislation will ensure that barriers to higher education do not dissuade Americans who are interested in nursing from pursuing a degree in the field. The Nurse Reinvestment Act will support education for students who need help getting-up to speed on math, science and medical English. Our legislation will also ensure that there is support for single moms and dads with children who need a hand in daycare or a lift in getting to their classroom because they are without transportation.
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)
0.8473
VADER
0.953
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.0529320794
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0337346224
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0185473516
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0175040506
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0167653707
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0011478013
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0009892577
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0009369057
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0006307581
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.000219845
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.000115471
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Health
Score:
97.626
Magnitude:
79
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
45
Gunning-Fog Score
15.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
24
Sprache Difficult Word Count
27
John Kerry
Still, is it not enough to simply encourage more individuals to enter the nursing profession, we must also ensure that our schools of nursing have enough professors to teach them. The Nurse Reinvestment Act provides for a fast-track facility development program, which encourages master's and doctoral students to rapidly complete their studies through loans and scholarships. Individuals receiving financial assistance through the fast-track faculty program must agree to teach at an ascredited school of nursing in exchange for this assistance.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.86667
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.86667
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.26868
VADER
0.883
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0612443371
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.018360102
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0164196405
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0103299331
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.000902764
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0007802513
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0004312174
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0003181215
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0003113954
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
8.99003E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.1522E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Health
Score:
97.603
Magnitude:
93
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
29.5
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
28
Sprache Difficult Word Count
28
John Kerry
In addition to recruiting new nurses, our legislation will reinvest in nurses who are already practicing by providing them with education and training at every step of the career ladder and at every health care facility in which they work. It will ensure that nurses can obtain advanced degrees, from a B.S. in Nursing to a PhD in Nursing. It will enable nurses to access the specialty training they require to learn how to treat a specific disease or utilize a new piece of technology. Our bill will also help colleges and universities develop curriculum in gerontology and long-term care so that nursing students can pursue concentrations, minors and majors in this growing field of health care and be ready to apply their knowledge to the current and future senior population.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.86207
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.86207
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.3979
VADER
0.964
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0085494255
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0049197824
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0017674534
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0014629682
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
7.34111E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
7.10758E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
6.52627E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
1.06998E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
7.9704E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.5304E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
6.498E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Health
Score:
97.75
Magnitude:
44
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
46.9
Gunning-Fog Score
15.8
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
42
Sprache Difficult Word Count
46
John Kerry
To assist institutions in providing advanced education and training for nurses across the career ladder, our bill will strengthen the partnerships between colleges of nursing and health care facilities. Grants will be available to support such initiatives as the teaching of a course in gerontology in the conference rooms of a hospital or nurusing home. Grants will also support the use of distance learning technology to extend education and training to rural areas, and specialty education and training to all areas.
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)
3.80666
VADER
0.937
Very Positive
Moderation
Sexual
0.0103970146
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0052966217
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0032981603
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0004881464
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001543313
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
3.27127E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
3.11287E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
2.277E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.68346E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
4.5839E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.1007E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Health
Score:
86.658
Magnitude:
22
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
29
Gunning-Fog Score
18.7
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
34
Sprache Difficult Word Count
31
John Kerry
The Nurse Reinvestment Act will authorize, for the first time in history, a National Nurse Service Corps. Separate from, though modeled after, the National Health Service Corps, the NNSC will administer scholarships to students who commit to working in a health care facility that is experiencing a shortage of nurses. In urban, suburban and rural communities across the country, where facilities turn away patients due to staff shortages, the NNSC will send qualified nurses to serve and provide the care that patients deserve.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.45455
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.45455
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.93156
VADER
0.718
Very Positive
Moderation
Sexual
0.0199465358
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0107074557
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.007516874
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0007940613
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0002752045
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001691236
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
6.2033E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
4.89957E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.76995E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
1.36153E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
7.0441E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Health
Score:
75.848
Magnitude:
121
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
41.2
Gunning-Fog Score
16.8
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
31
John Kerry
Our country boasts the best health care system in the world. But, that health care system is being jeopardized by the shortage plaguing our nursing workforce. Indeed, state-of-the-art medical facilities are of no use if their beds go unfilled and their floors remain empty because the nurses needed to staff them are not available. The Nurse Reinvestment Act not only seeks to increase the numbers of new nurses in our country, but also ensures that all nurses have the skills they need to provide the high quality care that makes our health care system the best in the world.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.44828
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.44828
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.92799
VADER
0.966
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0235655622
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0216729328
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0088861954
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.000767757
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0004713843
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0001429832
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
9.99997E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
8.31545E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
6.05045E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.65302E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.2894E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Health
Score:
98.091
Magnitude:
52
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
65.7
Gunning-Fog Score
12.2
Coleman-Liau Index
11.2
SMOG Index
10.3
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.4
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
20
Sprache Difficult Word Count
26
Jim Jeffords
Mr. President, I am especially pleased that the Senate is scheduled to consider and vote on the Nurse Reinvestment Act. When we pass this measure, it will represent a good day for the future of nursing in America and a good day for the future for patient-care. I want to take this opportunity to tell our colleagues a little about this legislation and to congratulate and complement my fellow Senators who worked so hard to see this effort through. My good friend from Massachusetts, Senator Kerry, was the original sponsor of the Nurse Reinvestment Act and with me crafted an innovative set of solutions to the nursing shortage problem. Since then, this bill has been strengthened significantly by the inclusion of a complimentary measure authored by my colleagues on the HELP Committee, Senator Hutchinson and Senator Mikulski. The measure we are considering today has been benefited by this collaboration.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.55556
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.55556
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.84615
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.84615
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.28238
VADER
0.982
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0432333618
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0061249484
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0026986974
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0016696677
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0007281087
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0007216796
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001277154
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0001273659
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
6.96513E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
5.26096E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.8298E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Health
Score:
96.801
Magnitude:
62
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
44.6
Gunning-Fog Score
13.4
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
49
Sprache Difficult Word Count
46
Jim Jeffords
As I have stated before, we are facing a looming crisis in this country. The size of our nursing workforce remains stagnant, while the average age of the American nurse is on the rise. Over the past five years, enrollment in entry-level nursing programs has declined by 20 percent. Nurses under the age of 30 represent only 10 percent of the current workforce. By 2010, 40 percent of the nursing workforce will be over the age of 50, and nearing retirement. In Vermont we are facing an even greater crisis because these numbers are worse. Only 28 percent of nurses are under the age of 40 and Vermont schools and colleges are producing 31 percent fewer nurses today than they did just five years ago.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.66667
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.66667
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.29928
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0
VADER
-0.883
Very Negative
Moderation
Violence
0.1167077455
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0647994282
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0032530414
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0019313336
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0017256487
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.001104697
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0008008167
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0005233724
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0002378898
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0002209856
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0001750478
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Health
Score:
97.601
Magnitude:
65
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
7.7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
71.7
Gunning-Fog Score
9.1
Coleman-Liau Index
9.6
SMOG Index
9
Automated Readability Index
7.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
31
Sprache Difficult Word Count
29
Jim Jeffords
We have a compelling need to encourage more Americans to enter the nursing profession and to strengthen it so that more nurses choose to stay in the profession. All facets of the health care system will have a role to play in ensuring a strong nursing workforce. Nurses, physicians, hospitals, nursing homes, academia, community organizations and state and federal governments all must accept responsibility and work towards a solution. Part of the responsibility to launch that effort begins with us today as we make a decision on the vote for the Nurse Reinvestment Act.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.83333
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.83333
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.19722
VADER
0.966
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.1193282777
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0335815625
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0047189169
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0036840334
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0033638404
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0016576179
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0011971284
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.000802354
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0003932209
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0003560494
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0001192846
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Health
Score:
96.101
Magnitude:
89
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
41.7
Gunning-Fog Score
16.2
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
27
Sprache Difficult Word Count
30
Jim Jeffords
The Nurse Reinvestment Act expands and improves the federal government's support of "pipeline" programs, which will maintain a strong talent pool and develop a nursing workforce that can address the increasingly diverse needs of America's population. The Nurse Reinvestment Act provides for a comprehensive public awareness and education campaign on a national, state and local level that will bolster the image of the profession, encourage diversity, attract more nurses to the workforce, and lead current nurses to take advantage of career development opportunities.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.55556
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.55556
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.73913
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.73913
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.76766
VADER
0.97
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.5230295006
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.4267680924
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.1218022197
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0510298763
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0384737097
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0013937017
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0005154927
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0002169105
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001455415
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0001197448
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
8.6113E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Health
Score:
96.109
Magnitude:
76
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
9.8
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
9.1
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
37
Sprache Difficult Word Count
41
Jim Jeffords
The legislation creates a National Nursing Service Corps Scholarship Program authorized at $40 million that will provide scholarships to individuals to attend nursing schools in exchange for a commitment to serve two years in a health facility determined to have a critical shortage of nurses. This scholarship program is designed to greatly help the recruitment of nursing students by providing them tuition, other reasonable and necessary educational fees and a monthly stipend paid to the student.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.57895
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.57895
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.23676
VADER
0.697
Very Positive
Moderation
Harassment > Threatening
0.1100945985
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0678531476
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0503219722
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0418912037
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0037042126
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0019498793
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0003435045
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
8.9697E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
7.99106E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
7.3393E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.96137E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Health
Score:
93.936
Magnitude:
34
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
18
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
33
Sprache Difficult Word Count
34
Jim Jeffords
The Act also authorizes the "Nurse Recruitment Grant Program" to support outreach efforts by nursing schools and other eligible healthcare facilities to inform students in primary, junior and secondary schools of nursing educational opportunities and to attract them to the nursing profession. The grant program provides appropriate student support services to individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds and creates community-based partnerships to recruit nurses in medically underserved rural and urban areas. Further, the "Area Health Education Centers Program" will award grants to nursing schools that work in partnership in the community to develop models of excellence.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.6
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.6
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.85714
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.85714
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.36085
VADER
0.974
Very Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.0388988003
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0101684222
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0038252747
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0019758703
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0016948918
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0005302461
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0003715362
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0003157889
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0002540711
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
4.06027E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.7437E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Health
Score:
95.791
Magnitude:
53
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
8.2
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
9.9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
50
Sprache Difficult Word Count
45
Jim Jeffords
The "Career Ladder Programs" will assist schools of nursing, health care facilities or partnerships of the two to develop programs that will encourage current nursing students in active nurses alike, to pursue further education and training. This will be achieved through scholarships, stipends, career counseling, direct training and distance learning programs.
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
0.848
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0112998801
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.006506787
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0048592417
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0029541143
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0025956713
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001602617
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0001544606
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.11346E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
7.8029E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
5.7154E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
6.216E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Environment
Score:
42.91
Magnitude:
107
Code:
7
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#7
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Transportation
Score:
29.391
Magnitude:
107
Code:
10
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#10
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
33.3
Gunning-Fog Score
15.7
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
25
Sprache Difficult Word Count
24
Jim Jeffords
And, in light of our aging baby-boomer generation, specific grants are offered to schools and health care facilities so that they might place a further emphasis upon encouraging students to study long-term care for the elderly.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.71429
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.71429
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.46634
VADER
0.893
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.0365689688
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0262969901
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0085898122
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0039338647
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0032831445
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0013382632
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.000441817
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0002226693
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
3.3368E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.65905E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
8.384E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Environment
Score:
84.593
Magnitude:
83
Code:
7
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#7
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
32.5
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
11
Sprache Difficult Word Count
15
Jim Jeffords
In addition to the provisions that were included in the original bill I co-sponsored with my colleague Senator Kerry, there are provisions added by our colleagues which, I am happy to have included in this final piece of legislation. Those provisions will provide for the development of internship and residency programs to encourage the development of specialties and student, loan, stipend and scholarship programs for those who would like to seek a masters or doctorate degree at a school of nursing. The final bill was also strengthened by provisions added through the efforts of Senator Lieberman and Senator Clinton.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.77778
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.77778
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.7346
VADER
0.927
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
1.491438318
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.6027048919
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0555370643
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0492180232
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0292734418
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0029280889
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0020519194
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.001660795
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0014448727
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0006381927
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
6.66948E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Environment
Score:
61.013
Magnitude:
75
Code:
7
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#7
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
30
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
40
Sprache Difficult Word Count
31
Jim Jeffords
Once again, I want to applaud my colleagues Senator Kerry, Senator Mikulski and Senator Hutchinson for their tireless work on the Nurse Reinvestment Act and for the work of their staffs. In particular, I want to recognize the efforts of Kelly Bovio in Senator Kerry,'s office, Kate Hull in Senator Hutchinson's office and Rhonda Richards with Senator Mikulski. This effort was also advanced with the help of Sarah Bianchi and Jackie Gran who are members of Senator Kennedy's staff, Steve Irizarry with Senator Gregg and Shana Christrup with Senator Frist. Finally, in my own office, I want to note the efforts of Philo Hall, Angela Mattie, Eric Silva and Sean Donohue.
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
0.823
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.2784179989
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0988303567
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0422423298
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0227227443
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0167597434
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0019587544
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0017589502
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.000315835
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001349921
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
6.64135E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.05397E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Housing
Score:
48.808
Magnitude:
58
Code:
14
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#14
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Domestic Commerce
Score:
26.496
Magnitude:
58
Code:
15
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#15
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
37.2
Gunning-Fog Score
12.6
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
52
Sprache Difficult Word Count
43
Jim Jeffords
Adequate health care services cannot survive any further diminishing of the nursing workforce. All patients depend on the professional care of nurses, and we must make sure it will be there for them. I urged my colleagues to join me and the bill's cosponsors in support of this measure.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.86667
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.86667
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.26868
VADER
0.926
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.051219709
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0142284291
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0025179948
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0012009844
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.000581765
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0005598132
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0002627746
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001936429
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0001334134
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
6.60593E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.184E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
60.8
Gunning-Fog Score
10.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
9.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.7
Sprache Readability Score
4.2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
12
Sprache Difficult Word Count
19
Bill Frist
Mr. President, I rise today to discuss the introduction of a very important bill to address the nursing workforce shortage. At the beginning of November, we reported two different bills from the Senate HELP Committee designed to address the nursing shortage in this country, the Hutchinson-Mikulski "Nursing Employment and Education Development Act" and the Kerry-Jeffords "Nursing Reinvestment Act." I was an original cosponsor of the Hutchinson legislation and a strong supporter of that bill. At that time, I voiced my concern that we are marking up two rather similar proposals to deal with the nursing shortage, and I requested that the differences be worked out before the bill was discussed on the Senate floor. I am happy today to report the the final reconciliation is complete, and we have a consensus bill that firmly addresses the nursing workforce shortage issue. I thank Senator Hutchinson for his hard work in ensuring that we could reach this point.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.66667
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.66667
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.29928
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.35714
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.35714
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.71912
VADER
0.922
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0608722446
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0253932114
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0200973896
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0184413002
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0032532495
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0018803894
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0002169086
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0001471343
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
2.53628E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.86259E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
9.5891E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
International Affairs
Score:
72.392
Magnitude:
119
Code:
19
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#19
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
46.3
Gunning-Fog Score
13.1
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
54
Sprache Difficult Word Count
48
Bill Frist
We are in the midst of a direct care workforce shortage. Not only are fewer people entering and staying in the nursing profession, but we are losing experienced nurses at a time of growing need. Today, nurses are needed in a greater number of settings, such as nursing homes, extended care facilities, community and public health centers, professional education, and ambulatory care facilities. Nationwide, health care providers, ranging from hospitals and nursing homes to home health agencies and public health departments, are struggling to find qualified nurses to provide safe, efficient, quality care for their patients. That's why it is important to have a new Nursing Corps, which will provide scholarships to qualified individuals in exchange for direct care service in a variety of settings as well as to allow others to know about the numerous possibilities within the profession by authorizing public service announcements.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.69565
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.69565
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.6614
VADER
0.989
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.081223814
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0152413035
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0023419041
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0008041603
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0004386435
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0002464722
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
4.81896E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
1.44791E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
5.312E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
3.0697E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.715E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
75.334
Magnitude:
89
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
29.8
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.4
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
46
Sprache Difficult Word Count
49
Bill Frist
Though we have faced nursing shortages in the past, this looming shortage is particularly troublesome because it reflects two trends that are occurring simultaneously: 1. A shortage of people entering the profession; and 2. The retirement of nurses who have been working in the profession for many years. Over the past five years, enrollment in entry-level nursing programs has declined by twenty percent, mirroring the declining awareness of the nursing profession among high school graduates. Consequently, nurses under the age of thirty represent only ten percent of the current workforce. By 2010, forty percent of the nursing workforce will be older than fifty years old and nearing retirement. If these trends continue, we stand to lost vast numbers of nurses at the very time that they will be needed to care for the millions of baby boomers reaching retirement age. To deal with the increased need for nurses to care for the elderly, this bill has a provision to assist with both the necessary training and educational development of gerontological nurses as well as to strengthen the ability of nurses to obtain additional training and certification through the career ladders program.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.71429
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.71429
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.46634
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.67446
VADER
0.761
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.7694197819
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0122685931
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0096093157
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0065392138
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0021690239
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0002432666
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
4.1324E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
1.71078E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
6.9317E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
7.417E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
3.85E-8
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Government Operations
Score:
33.529
Magnitude:
212
Code:
20
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#20
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
42.8
Gunning-Fog Score
16.1
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
64
Sprache Difficult Word Count
58
Bill Frist
Further, greater efforts must be made to recruit more men and minorities to this noble profession. Currently, only ten percent of the registered nurses in the United States are from racial or ethnic minority backgrounds, even though these individuals comprise twenty- eight percent of the total United States population. In 2000, less than six percent of the registered nurses were men. We must work to promote diversity in the workforce, not only to increase the number of individuals within the profession, but also to promote culturally competent and relevant care. Within the combined nursing shortage bill, one grant program directly addresses the need to increase funding for the training of minority and disadvantaged students to make it easier for individuals to enter the nursing profession.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.33647
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.61905
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.61905
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.35812
VADER
0.963
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.0368520239
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0261856068
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0086314081
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0039195227
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0032853874
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0013498258
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0004441536
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0002199195
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
3.38089E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.66596E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
8.492E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Defense
Score:
91.822
Magnitude:
182
Code:
16
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#16
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
32.6
Gunning-Fog Score
16.4
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
50
Sprache Difficult Word Count
43
Bill Frist
Even if nursing schools could recruit more students to deal with the shortage, many schools could not accommodate higher enrollments because of faculty shortages. There are nearly four hundred faculty vacancies at nursing schools in this country. And, an even greater faculty shortage looms in the next ten to fifteen years as many current nursing faculty approach retirement and fewer nursing students pursue academic careers. Therefore, I strongly support the two provisions to assist with faculty development and training, the fast track nursing faculty loan program and the stipend and scholarship program.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.8473
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.64663
VADER
0.273
Slightly Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.2267142991
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0968286826
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0028467864
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0026680616
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0008349407
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0004284288
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0003661181
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0002709177
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
7.1697E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
4.546E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.9E-8
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Defense
Score:
51.055
Magnitude:
124
Code:
16
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#16
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
International Affairs
Score:
40.364
Magnitude:
124
Code:
19
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#19
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
36.4
Gunning-Fog Score
16.2
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
41
Sprache Difficult Word Count
32
Bill Frist
In addressing these direct care staffing shortages, we must work together to develop innovative solutions to address this growing issue. As reported in the Memphis Commercial Appeal on May 10, there are steps that Congress can take to increase funding for specific programs and reduce regulatory requirements. However, a comprehensive strategy must also include other sectors of the health care system, hospitals, health care professionals, educators, and the general public, to successfully deal with this looming shortage. That's why it is important to also include a provision to deal with developing retention strategies and best practices in nursing staff management.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.7
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.7
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.60944
VADER
0.975
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.3664589021
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0313828205
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0120318757
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0052264677
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0032464872
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0007018675
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0003278906
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0002480911
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.000195847
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
5.58706E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
6.3032E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
International Affairs
Score:
56.329
Magnitude:
86
Code:
19
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#19
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Defense
Score:
25.847
Magnitude:
86
Code:
16
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#16
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
26.6
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
40
Sprache Difficult Word Count
43
Bill Frist
I am extremely supportive of this legislation, and I want to thank Senator Hutchinson again for his hard work in addressing this critical issue. I also want to commend my other colleagues, including Senator Mikulski, for her efforts. Senator Hutchinson clearly has shown tremendous leadership in this area. He understands the need to address the nursing shortage issue, and he is largely responsible for getting us to this point today.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.23077
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.23077
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.43532
VADER
0.877
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
1.2780516408
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
1.0225846432
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.102786324
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0402234757
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0314295903
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0020217614
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0002018222
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001924187
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
9.75708E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
7.03789E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.08145E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
41.6
Gunning-Fog Score
14.4
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.2
Sprache Readability Score
4.8
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
28
Sprache Difficult Word Count
25
Ted Kennedy
Mr. President, it is a privilege to join my colleagues in introducing the Nurse Reinvestment Act. Our goal in this bipartisan legislation is to do as much as we can to alleviate the nursing shortage experienced by health care facilities across the United States. Increasing the number of nurses is an essential part of the ongoing effort to reduce medical errors, improve patient outcomes, and encourage more Americans to become and remain nurses.
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
0.915
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.1203311724
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.1052180538
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0186977486
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0156694165
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0017532779
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0008756577
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
6.11813E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
5.88681E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
6.1172E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
3.9402E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
3.007E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Civil Rights
Score:
34.623
Magnitude:
26
Code:
2
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#2
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
45.8
Gunning-Fog Score
13.9
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
26
Sprache Difficult Word Count
32
Ted Kennedy
The Nation's nurses provide care for Americans at the most vulnerable times in the lives. We must act now to halt the decline in the number of nurses. Enrollment in schools of nursing is falling, and the average age of the nursing workforce is rising. Across the country, communities are losing vast numbers of nurses, just as we need more to care for the millions of aging baby boomers and deal with the many medical challenges facing our hospitals.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.3979
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.46667
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.46667
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.93827
VADER
0.443
Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.8933689445
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0214843487
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0143391066
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0101138532
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0061867155
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0008557217
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
6.90982E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
1.8723E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
1.7827E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
3.103E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
5.99E-8
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
International Affairs
Score:
65.429
Magnitude:
42
Code:
19
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#19
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
60.4
Gunning-Fog Score
12
Coleman-Liau Index
11.3
SMOG Index
11.8
Automated Readability Index
10.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
19
Sprache Difficult Word Count
27
Ted Kennedy
The current shortage means that too many nurses now have to care for too many patients at once, undermining the high quality of care that nurses want to give, and patients deserve. A recent survey by the American Nurses Association showed that 75 percent of nurses believe that the quality of nursing care at their facility has declined. More than half of those surveyed said that the time they can spend with patients has decreased. A nurse in Massachusetts said that she would not go the hospital where she worked, if she needed care.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.52
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.52
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0.863
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
1.2635879219
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.1304287347
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0537689077
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0441608689
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0030695315
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0027096086
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0005303599
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0003192801
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001804405
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.000172006
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.65271E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
International Affairs
Score:
41.979
Magnitude:
33
Code:
19
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#19
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Civil Rights
Score:
25.227
Magnitude:
33
Code:
2
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#2
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
63.3
Gunning-Fog Score
12
Coleman-Liau Index
11.4
SMOG Index
11.8
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
22
Sprache Difficult Word Count
22
Ted Kennedy
Nationally, the shortfall is expected to rise to 20 percent in the coming years. Yet nurses themselves are already seriously questioning the quality of bedside treatments now being provided on intensive care units, in emergency rooms, and at the bedsides of patients where they work.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.55556
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.55556
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
-0.128
Leans Negative
Moderation
Violence
5.4632883519
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
3.6051340401
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.2571315737
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0908994465
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0787417521
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0700746197
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0448830222
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0228772216
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.016358959
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
3.89764E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
3.3598E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Civil Rights
Score:
50.749
Magnitude:
61
Code:
2
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#2
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
International Affairs
Score:
29.928
Magnitude:
61
Code:
19
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#19
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
41.1
Gunning-Fog Score
16.1
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.7
Sprache Readability Score
4.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
16
Sprache Difficult Word Count
19
Ted Kennedy
Their questions are call for help. This legislation can be significant in strengthening the nursing profession, and responding to the urgent need.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.58779
VADER
0.818
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
1.6190389171
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.1447845716
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0575871964
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0083116553
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0075697018
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0013912876
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0003641941
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0003534684
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001213642
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
4.53761E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.48103E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
International Affairs
Score:
29.393
Magnitude:
45
Code:
19
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#19
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Defense
Score:
25.148
Magnitude:
45
Code:
16
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#16
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Civil Rights
Score:
22.84
Magnitude:
45
Code:
2
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#2
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.6
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
45.7
Gunning-Fog Score
15.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.2
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.6
Sprache Readability Score
2.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
7
Sprache Difficult Word Count
8
Ted Kennedy
The Nurse Reinvestment Act will recruit new students into schools of nursing through outreach programs, public awareness and education campaigns, and area health education centers. It establishes a national nurse service corps, which will offer scholarships to bring individuals into the profession and place them in medically under-served areas and facilities. The Act expands school-to-career partnerships to show youths the high value and importance of a nursing degree. It invests in today's nurses by providing education and training at every step of the career ladder, and by helping them obtain advanced degrees, from a B.S. in Nursing to a Ph.D. in Nursing. It includes provisions developed by Senator Lieberman and Senator Clinton to help health care facilities retain nurses.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.80645
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.80645
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.09714
VADER
0.938
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0137855095
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0059349073
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0032344229
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0006720584
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0002978773
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0002379742
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.000202991
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
7.54573E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
6.68375E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
6.58063E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.678E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
96.529
Magnitude:
47
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
47.5
Gunning-Fog Score
11.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.1
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
50
Sprache Difficult Word Count
46
Ted Kennedy
Our country has the best health care system in the world. But that system is being jeopardized today by the shortages plaguing the nursing workforce. Even our best medical facilities are in deep trouble if their beds go unfilled and their floors remain empty because there are no nurses to staff them.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.09091
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.09091
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.16705
VADER
0.743
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0067206231
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0025142634
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0005069837
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0002484875
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.000175066
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.000167355
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0001411902
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0001003435
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
5.77369E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
3.03463E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
1.75822E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
International Affairs
Score:
42.76
Magnitude:
32
Code:
19
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#19
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
20.506
Magnitude:
32
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
65.6
Gunning-Fog Score
10
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
9.9
Automated Readability Index
9.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.2
Sprache Readability Score
4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
11
Sprache Difficult Word Count
15
Ted Kennedy
I commend Senator Mikulski, Senator Kerry, Senator Hutchinson, and Senator Jeffords for their leadership in this initiative. Bringing more nurses into the profession will help to ensure that nurses are ready and able to provide the highest quality of care to their patients. The Nurse Reinvestment Act is a significant step that Congress can take to support the Nation's nurses, and I urge my colleagues to support it.
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)
3.49651
VADER
0.959
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.050532358
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0134677131
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0078821649
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0032063748
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0023786899
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0002124464
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.000154627
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0001532668
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0001337129
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
3.43385E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.39078E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Defense
Score:
36.181
Magnitude:
46
Code:
16
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#16
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
International Affairs
Score:
32.992
Magnitude:
46
Code:
19
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#19
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
43.2
Gunning-Fog Score
12.6
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
26
Sprache Difficult Word Count
23
Joseph Lieberman
Mr. President, I am proud to be an original cosponsor of the Nurse Reinvestment Act of 2001. I want to congratulate my colleagues, particularly Senators Mikulski, Hutchinson, Kerry and Jeffords, for their extraordinary efforts to put together this excellent bill. I also want to thank the Committee for including the provisions of the Lieberman-Ensign "Hospital Based Nursing Initiative Act of 2001" in the bill.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
3.04452
VADER
0.893
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
10.8024723828
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
3.1577307731
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
2.537493594
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.8163789287
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.2562310779
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0130804081
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0001085478
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
9.4933E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
3.3617E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.0362E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
4.055E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
71.829
Magnitude:
45
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
39.4
Gunning-Fog Score
12.7
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.5
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.6
Sprache Readability Score
4.8
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
24
Sprache Difficult Word Count
27
Joseph Lieberman
By now, everyone knows that the nation faces a critical shortage of nurses. The shortage has already severely impacted states in many areas of the country, including Connecticut, and I fear it will jeopardize our ability to provide quality health care to patients. A recent report by the Government Accounting Office projected that the growing national nursing shortage will hit a peak in ten years.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.3979
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.375
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.375
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.7376
VADER
-0.743
Very Negative
Moderation
Violence
2.8765954077
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.1876105205
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.1646348042
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0430837303
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0247444637
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0093626993
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
6.20606E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
5.91978E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
3.47125E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.4968E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
5.4983E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
72.229
Magnitude:
64
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
40.4
Gunning-Fog Score
15.4
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
21
Sprache Difficult Word Count
28
Joseph Lieberman
While pay is a major factor cited in the report, it is not the primary reason nurses are leaving the profession. The study also cites poor or unsafe working conditions, lack of respect from physicians and patients, barriers to participation in the hospital administration decision-making process, lack of opportunity to continue their education, and lack of recognition for accomplishments. We must do more to attract new people to the nursing profession and retain the quality nurses who currently provide us care. The Nurse Reinvestment Act will do just that.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.14286
Leans Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.14286
Leans Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.25131
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.31568
VADER
0.357
Somewhat Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.4285482224
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.2293824684
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.1344255288
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0460665207
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.012814143
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0015409247
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0008171472
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0005680977
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001639758
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.66396E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
6.147E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Government Operations
Score:
81.861
Magnitude:
56
Code:
20
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#20
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
37.4
Gunning-Fog Score
16.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
33
Sprache Difficult Word Count
36
Joseph Lieberman
I want to take just a minute to talk about the specific provisions that were part of the "Hospital Based Nursing Initiative Act." This legislation contained two proposals to help retain nurses in the hospital setting: a competitive grant program that would provide funding to hospitals that actively work to retain their nurses and a scholarship program for registered nurses who hold an associates or diploma degree who wish to obtain a bachelor's degree in nursing.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.85714
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.85714
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.19722
VADER
0.881
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.3169868607
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0854740094
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0077857221
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0071800532
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0063055966
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0017130984
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0005148324
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0002887032
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
2.62378E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.2272E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
7.063E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Defense
Score:
89.363
Magnitude:
49
Code:
16
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#16
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
28
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.3
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
26
Sprache Difficult Word Count
25
Joseph Lieberman
As part of the Nurse Reinvestment Act, these incentives have been broadened to apply to the nursing workforce in all health care facilities, providing a critical stimulus for these facilities to retain their nurses.
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
0.494
Positive
Moderation
Sexual > Minors
0.0767522783
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.068245671
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0413328933
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0124641607
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0023773135
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0009302301
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0003442121
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
3.99784E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
2.53693E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.9837E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.6943E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Defense
Score:
90.78
Magnitude:
68
Code:
16
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#16
Source:
Comparative Agendas
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
7.3
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
12
Sprache Difficult Word Count
13
Joseph Lieberman
While the ominous projections about the growing nursing shortage looms over the health care industry, it is clear that now is the time to act. I am encouraged that Congress is acting quickly and decisively to actively add to the nurse workforce and to provide critical incentives to keep nurses on the job.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.38462
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.38462
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.74721
VADER
0.743
Very Positive
Moderation
Sexual
0.058437587
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0113411923
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0085848325
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0064392822
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0008486626
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0003032453
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0001407605
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0001159193
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
6.7364E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
3.50043E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.29588E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
International Affairs
Score:
59.596
Magnitude:
93
Code:
19
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#19
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Defense
Score:
32.143
Magnitude:
93
Code:
16
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#16
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
50.6
Gunning-Fog Score
16.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.1
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
16
Sprache Difficult Word Count
20
Barbara Boxer
Mr. President, I am pleased to be introducing today a bill that will take an important first step in restoring the San Gabriel River and Lower LA River, which run through Los Angeles, CA. These two rivers have suffered from years of abuse and neglect. For far too long, we have channeled, redirected, constricted, polluted, and simply ignored these two rivers. The result is that substantial portions of these rivers look nothing like their natural form. Instead of soft bottoms covered with aquatic grasses, stream banks lined with trees and bushes, and waters teaming with fish, these rivers have cement bottoms, cement banks, and little remaining wildlife.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.07692
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.07692
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.1431
VADER
-0.902
Very Negative
Moderation
Harassment
0.0290318276
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0109841778
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0022708749
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0005970977
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0002660496
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0002395364
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
8.98539E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
6.35621E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
5.645E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.7894E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.1261E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
59.9
Gunning-Fog Score
11.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
11
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
33
Sprache Difficult Word Count
36
Barbara Boxer
Today, we begin what will be a long, slow process in turning the tide for these two urban waterways. This bill directs the Secretary of Interior to conduct a study of the suitability and feasibility of protecting and restoring these two rivers by making them a part of our national park system. The long term vision I have is to see these rivers restored to a more natural state so that they can be a home to southern California's unique fish and wildlife.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.63636
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.63636
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.335
VADER
0.811
Very Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.1279900433
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0055917815
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0033539265
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0022261887
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0012467727
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0007673589
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0004094391
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001288002
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.54629E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
3.4473E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
3.249E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Environment
Score:
96.543
Magnitude:
70
Code:
7
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#7
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
47.3
Gunning-Fog Score
14.9
Coleman-Liau Index
10.3
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
20
Sprache Difficult Word Count
27
Barbara Boxer
Just as important to me is that these rivers be restored so they can serve as a source of outdoor recreation for one of our Nation's most congested urban areas. Most communities in Los Angeles are desperate for open space. They seek outdoor areas where children can play, adults can meet, and people of all ages can find respite from the daily hustle and bustle of some of our most economically and socially stressed neighborhoods.
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)
0.64663
VADER
0.226
Slightly Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.5439646542
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0095397714
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0068803936
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0017117593
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.001039019
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0005836171
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0002773442
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
5.15981E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.92834E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.25635E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
9.7081E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Environment
Score:
96.066
Magnitude:
45
Code:
7
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#7
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
54
Gunning-Fog Score
14.3
Coleman-Liau Index
11.8
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
19
Sprache Difficult Word Count
24
Barbara Boxer
What I am proposing would be an unprecedented urban restoration effort. But that does not mean it is impossible. Far from it. This vision is shared by Congresswoman Hilda Solis, who first introduced this bill in the House of Representatives. I look forward to working hand in hand with her to ensure that this dream becomes a reality.
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
0.908
Very Positive
Moderation
Harassment > Threatening
0.0125808336
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0116618823
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0046283196
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0040327992
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0015504871
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0009249402
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.000145668
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
3.61814E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.59324E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.45455E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
3.643E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Environment
Score:
91.412
Magnitude:
98
Code:
7
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#7
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
7.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
62.3
Gunning-Fog Score
8.8
Coleman-Liau Index
11.7
SMOG Index
10.5
Automated Readability Index
6.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.7
Sprache Readability Score
3.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
15
Sprache Difficult Word Count
18
Barbara Boxer
I ask unanimous consent that the text of the bill be printed in the Record.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0.226
Slightly Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0250641839
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0048454156
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0012341729
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0009876702
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0008952161
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0005557672
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
7.65904E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
1.7079E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
7.0131E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
4.0633E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.661E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Environment
Score:
94.515
Magnitude:
51
Code:
7
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#7
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
6.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
73.2
Gunning-Fog Score
8.7
Coleman-Liau Index
7.7
SMOG Index
9
Automated Readability Index
4.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5
Sprache Readability Score
3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
4
Sprache Difficult Word Count
6
Joseph Lieberman
Mr. President, I rise to introduce with my colleague Senator McCain legislation to establish the National Commission on Terrorist Attacks Upon the United States. This Commission will have a broad mandate to examine and report upon the facts and causes relating to the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks occurring at the World Trade Center and at the Pentagon, and it will be charged with making a "full and complete accounting of the circumstances surrounding the attacks, and the extent of the United States' preparedness for, and response to, the attacks." It will "investigate and report to the President and Congress on its findings, conclusions, and recommendations for corrective measures that can be taken to prevent acts of terrorism." Certain events stand out in our history for having left an indelible mark of pain and sorrow on America. The infamous attack on Pearl Harbor not only roused a slumbering giant, but also raised difficult questions about why our great Navy had been caught unawares. The tragic assassination of President John F. Kennedy evoked powerful feelings of sorrow and loss, but also searching questions about the identity and motives of the assassin. And on this past September 11, the United States suffered assaults on its territory unparalleled in their cruelty, destruction and loss of life. Americans were stunned both by the magnitude of the loss and the maliciously simple plan that had caused the carnage. Here too, alongside their grief and rage, the American people have been asking questions: Why was this plan so successful in achieving its evil goals? Were opportunities missed to prevent the destruction? What additional steps should be taken now to prevent any future attacks?
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.52
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.52
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.24
Slightly Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.24
Slightly Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.47957
VADER
-0.998
Very Negative
Moderation
Violence
0.3540657694
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0620452221
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0106238738
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0037654361
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0016951682
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0006399253
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0005589735
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0004138832
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0002173387
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
4.43907E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
5.305E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Energy
Score:
57.795
Magnitude:
78
Code:
8
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#8
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Environment
Score:
35.757
Magnitude:
78
Code:
7
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#7
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
42.3
Gunning-Fog Score
14.7
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
91
Sprache Difficult Word Count
101
Joseph Lieberman
In the immediate aftermath of both Pearl Harbor and the Kennedy assassination, special commissions were formed to conduct investigations and answer similar questions. These precedents provide us with important models as we seek answers to such questions, and then use the findings to move forward with strategies to respond to the scourge of terrorism. Like many of my constituents, I too want to know how September 11 happened, why it happened, and what corrective measures can be taken to prevent it from ever occurring again. The American people deserve answers to these very legitimate questions about how the terrorists succeeded in achieving their brutal objectives, and in so doing, forever changing the way in which we Americans lead our lives.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.45455
Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.45455
Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.8873
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.45455
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.45455
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.93156
VADER
-0.859
Very Negative
Moderation
Violence
0.3418063512
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0766689773
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0115071321
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0032629749
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0027549715
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0004943142
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0003825937
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0002488484
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
7.03977E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
3.80498E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.97471E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Environment
Score:
95.925
Magnitude:
47
Code:
7
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#7
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
29.7
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.4
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
37
Sprache Difficult Word Count
42
Joseph Lieberman
To be successful, this Commission must have a number of resources, including enough time, a top level staff, ample investigatory powers, and adequate funding, all of which we have provided for in this legislation. But most critically, it must have broad bipartisan support. This Commission must not become a witch-hunt. The events of September 11 were so cataclysmic that there is enough responsibility to be shouldered by multiple parties. The overriding purpose of the inquiry must be a learning exercise, to understand what happened without preconceptions about its ultimate findings.
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
0.904
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.4170911852
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.2779700793
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.1221603714
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0181521551
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0099407596
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0025026302
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0016573127
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0005262884
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0004036938
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0002250518
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
3.9936E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
35
Gunning-Fog Score
15.2
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
30
Sprache Difficult Word Count
34
Joseph Lieberman
Just as Presidents Roosevelt and Johnson turned to national leaders of their day, Justice Roberts and Chief Justice Warren, to spearhead the Pearl Harbor and Kennedy assassination inquiries, respectively, this Commission must also draw upon the great reservoir of bipartisan talent that our nation possesses to answer crucial and fundamental questions. We expect that members appointed to this blue-ribbon Commission will be prominent U.S. citizens, though not currently serving in public office, with "national recognition and significant depth of experience in such professions as governmental service, law enforcement, the armed services, legal practice, public administration, intelligence gathering, commerce, including aviation matters, and foreign affairs." To help ensure that members of the Commission will possess some of these substantive areas of expertise, which are so critical to understanding and analyzing the events of September 11, 10 of its 14 members will be appointed by the Senate and House chairmen, in consultation with their ranking minority members, of the Congressional committees that oversee Intelligence, Foreign Affairs, Armed Services, Judiciary, and Commerce. President Bush will appoint the four remaining members of the Commission, including the Chairman, who in turn will appoint the staff. In an effort to mandate bipartisanship, or perhaps more accurately, non-partisanship, no more than 7 of the Commission's 14 members may be from one political party.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.4
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.4
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.82418
VADER
0.979
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0529396464
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0139458425
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0081475882
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0041216961
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0003951935
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
5.02655E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
3.61233E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
3.0609E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
2.13684E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.51504E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
3.0432E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Transportation
Score:
91.904
Magnitude:
51
Code:
10
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#10
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
18.6
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
88
Sprache Difficult Word Count
86
Joseph Lieberman
Though some of the Commission's recommendations may include "proposing organization, coordination, planning, management arrangements, procedures, rules, and regulations," we cannot wait for the findings of this report to begin the process of strengthening our Nation's homeland defense. That process, of course, is already underway, and must continue to occur at a rapid pace to ensure the continued protection of American lives and property. This Commission will not issue its first report until six months after its first meeting, and its final report will be issued another year after that. Rather than wait for these reports to be researched and submitted, we must continue the process we have already started to pro-actively address vulnerabilities that undermine our daily safety. We have already received the valuable input of numerous other experts and Commissions, some of which even issued their prescient warnings before the events of September, such as the Hart-Rudman Commission. When this proposed Commission completes its investigation and makes its final recommendations, those suggestions and conclusions will augment the record we have already developed on ways we can continue to safeguard our nation.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.25
Slightly Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.25
Slightly Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.45199
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.92308
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.92308
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.83321
VADER
0.869
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.2122158185
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0587427348
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0304760557
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0069284048
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0022484617
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0003990557
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0002477535
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0002211481
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
8.06299E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
6.41166E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.96327E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Transportation
Score:
95.188
Magnitude:
110
Code:
10
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#10
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
7.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
66
Sprache Difficult Word Count
65
Joseph Lieberman
The Commission is not only the right thing to do, but this is the right time to do it. Understandably, the initial months after September 11 were preoccupied first with mourning, and then with prosecution of the war. There were legitimate concerns that a robust investigation into the causes of September 11 would siphon resources from the ongoing war effort. But with the first stage of the war against terrorism now drawing to a close, and with many perplexing questions still before us, we must now begin in earnest the process of finding answers to how it happened. This Commission should not be at odds with the war effort of any federal agency; rather, its efforts will complement the internal review processes some agencies are undergoing.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.19722
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0
VADER
-0.987
Very Negative
Moderation
Violence
0.0199312883
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0169063322
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0158915223
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0059570841
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.001319277
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0009606935
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.000195195
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
8.1652E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
4.39793E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
3.76539E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.38997E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Defense
Score:
52.233
Magnitude:
111
Code:
16
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#16
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
International Affairs
Score:
35.955
Magnitude:
111
Code:
19
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#19
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
47
Gunning-Fog Score
15.2
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
34
Sprache Difficult Word Count
34
Joseph Lieberman
Determining the causes and circumstances of the terrorist attacks will ensure that those who lost their lives on this second American "day of infamy" did not die in vain. In so doing, this Commission will not only pay tribute to those who perished, but it will ensure that their survivors, and all the citizens of this great nation, continue to live life secure in the knowledge that the U.S. government is doing all within its powers to preserve their lives, liberties, and pursuits of happiness.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.375
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.375
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.7376
VADER
0.932
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.2641749568
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0101579644
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0050812389
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0020884896
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0016763222
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0009144687
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0005539475
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0002486408
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
5.45724E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
3.5505E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
3.0448E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Defense
Score:
73.401
Magnitude:
86
Code:
16
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#16
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.6
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
57.1
Gunning-Fog Score
13.3
Coleman-Liau Index
11.6
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.3
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.3
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
23
Sprache Difficult Word Count
26
Joseph Lieberman
I ask unanimous consent that the text of the bill be printed in the Record.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0.226
Slightly Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.1254885574
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0616565114
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0055924851
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0052902862
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0007475614
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0006233091
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0002501924
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0002319043
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
6.65181E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
3.99112E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
3.27589E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Energy
Score:
23.402
Magnitude:
123
Code:
8
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#8
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
6.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
73.2
Gunning-Fog Score
8.7
Coleman-Liau Index
7.7
SMOG Index
9
Automated Readability Index
4.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5
Sprache Readability Score
3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
4
Sprache Difficult Word Count
6
John McCain
Mr. President, I am pleased to join my friend Joe Lieberman in introducing legislation calling for a blue-ribbon commission to examine the facts surrounding the September 11th attacks, and to propose reforms to better defend our country in the future.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.66667
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.66667
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.29928
VADER
0.807
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.3087182995
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.1837708871
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.1258692238
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0402383768
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0071744005
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0060269547
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0037694492
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0008759902
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0006842471
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0003641288
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0002489284
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
92.59
Magnitude:
49
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
43.7
Gunning-Fog Score
13.1
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.8
Sprache Readability Score
4.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
15
Sprache Difficult Word Count
19
John McCain
After Pearl Harbor and President Kennedy's assassination, the President and Congress established boards of inquiry to investigate these tragedies and recommend measures to prevent their recurrence.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.19722
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0
VADER
-0.637
Very Negative
Moderation
Violence
0.3148043761
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.1307130209
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.1169235795
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0129462322
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0043194999
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0032511842
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0009153753
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0006947512
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0002843507
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0002782205
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
8.69025E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
96.593
Magnitude:
47
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
8
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
12
Sprache Difficult Word Count
14
John McCain
The terrorist attacks in New York and Washington represent a watershed in American history -- the end of an era of general peace and prosperity, and a terrible awakening to the threats against our people that lurk within, and beyond, our shores.
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)
-0.58779
VADER
-0.896
Very Negative
Moderation
Violence
0.525309192
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0910741335
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0574983133
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0294662546
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0047799102
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0041320975
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0039244111
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0012903828
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0012556396
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0004939805
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0002883304
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
97.99
Magnitude:
36
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
22.8
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
13
Sprache Difficult Word Count
18
John McCain
To prevent future tragedies, we need to know how September 11th could have happened, and explore what we can do to be sure America never again suffers such an attack on her soil.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.6
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.6
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-1.09861
VADER
-0.456
Negative
Moderation
Violence
0.7325076964
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.197061128
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.1246223692
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.1123739989
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0750810665
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0197542962
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.007624834
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0021402839
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0005169273
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0002524097
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
4.47986E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
98.015
Magnitude:
141
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
50.3
Gunning-Fog Score
14.4
Coleman-Liau Index
9.4
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
8
Sprache Difficult Word Count
11
John McCain
I believe President Bush and his team have responded forcefully, admirably, and with a sense of purpose in this time of trial. But neither the Administration nor Congress is capable of conducting a thorough, nonpartisan, independent inquiry into what happened on September 11th, or to propose far-reaching reforms needed to protect our people and our institutions against the enemies of freedom.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.45455
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.45455
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.8873
VADER
0.767
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.3430823097
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.3398826113
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.2661541803
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.1463319641
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.1315127825
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.10907494
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0654421805
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0332062453
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0043973458
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0040976091
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0040224826
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
97.896
Magnitude:
42
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
25.3
Gunning-Fog Score
18.9
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.1
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
22
Sprache Difficult Word Count
27
John McCain
As we did after Pearl Harbor and the Kennedy assassination, we need a blue-ribbon team of distinguished Americans from all walks of life to thoroughly investigate all evidence surrounding the attacks, including how prepared we were and how well we responded to this unprecedented assault.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.6
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.6
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-1.09861
VADER
-0.586
Very Negative
Moderation
Harassment
7.8772038221
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
1.7744658515
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.8841757663
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.7351986598
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0362860126
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0184145218
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0034826448
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0011094087
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0003436824
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0001480106
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
5.27115E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
98.165
Magnitude:
77
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
11.2
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
13
Sprache Difficult Word Count
18
John McCain
It will require digging deep into the resources of the full range of government agencies. It will demand objective judgment into what went wrong, what we did right, and what else we need to do to deter and defeat depraved assaults against innocent lives in the future.
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
-0.827
Very Negative
Moderation
Harassment
0.21400759
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.2118131146
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0664090563
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0437552517
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0058382833
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0028074403
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.001493717
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0008643393
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.000207915
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
3.82483E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.9379E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
97.768
Magnitude:
103
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
57
Gunning-Fog Score
13.7
Coleman-Liau Index
11.5
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.5
Sprache Readability Score
4.8
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
13
Sprache Difficult Word Count
16
John McCain
This is no witch hunt. Our enemies would be strengthened if their attacks caused us to turn on ourselves, consumed not with the malevolence of our foes but with our own failings.
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)
-2.3979
VADER
-0.869
Very Negative
Moderation
Violence
0.7057426963
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.6496666465
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0953482697
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0762195094
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0242688009
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0192685533
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0013389141
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0010029749
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0008667802
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0001540842
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.34986E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
98.203
Magnitude:
96
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
6.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
76.9
Gunning-Fog Score
8.9
Coleman-Liau Index
10.7
SMOG Index
9
Automated Readability Index
7.8
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.2
Sprache Readability Score
3.3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
7
Sprache Difficult Word Count
9
John McCain
We are a proud nation, a strong nation. However horrible, September 11th reminded us of our love of country, our fierce patriotic pride. It highlighted the distinctive accomplishments of our civilization, and the sacrifices we will endure to defend it against evil. It made us stronger.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.2
Leans Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.2
Leans Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.33647
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.45455
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.45455
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.8873
VADER
0.772
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0699698867
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0043393837
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0037416361
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0029251249
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0020427369
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0009456912
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.000383841
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001309615
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
5.53914E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
8.968E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
5.656E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
98.008
Magnitude:
53
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
48
Gunning-Fog Score
12.4
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
8
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.7
Sprache Readability Score
3.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
18
Sprache Difficult Word Count
17
John McCain
That said, if there were serious failures on the part of individuals or institutions within the government or the private sector, we have a right to know, indeed a need to know. But to work, this must be a learning exercise, without preconceptions about the inquiry's ultimate findings.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.95551
VADER
-0.511
Very Negative
Moderation
Violence
0.0918828475
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0501661794
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0250290992
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0153965302
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0041690459
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0027876024
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0012585648
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0002391256
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0001674156
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
6.27702E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.63995E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
98.234
Magnitude:
117
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
45
Gunning-Fog Score
16.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.5
Sprache Readability Score
4.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
13
Sprache Difficult Word Count
14
John McCain
The commission's members should include leading citizens not now holding public office, but with broad experience in national affairs. The commission should have an adequate budget, a top-level staff, and ample investigatory resources -- including subpoena power, if it is needed to uncover the truth.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.77778
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.77778
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.7346
VADER
0.649
Very Positive
Moderation
Hate
0.0431069813
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0383132341
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0275837927
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0040233383
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0006097761
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0005331034
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
8.69916E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
4.0504E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.6025E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
2.3764E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.1041E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
97.843
Magnitude:
50
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
26.1
Gunning-Fog Score
18.8
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.4
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
18
Sprache Difficult Word Count
26
John McCain
To be effective and legitimate, the commission should be given a broad mandate to discover facts and recommend corrective actions. It should be given time to proceed with care and deliberation. It should have the stature and significance afforded by its grave mission of telling the whole truth about September 11th, and telling us what we need to know to protect against future tragedy.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.8473
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.63636
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.63636
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.335
VADER
0.778
Very Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.4183542915
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.3193943063
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.3117760876
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.1522651291
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0008583207
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0006964913
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0006164047
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
9.14737E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
7.36215E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.55179E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.60951E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
82.315
Magnitude:
26
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
45.1
Gunning-Fog Score
16
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
20
Sprache Difficult Word Count
22
John McCain
To be credible, this inquiry must be independent from ongoing government operations, but it must of necessity draw on the resources of government. The commission's conclusions and recommendations will have enduring meaning only if they are valued by those of us who can set them in motion -- the President, the Congress, and all concerned Americans.
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
0.593
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.1829118701
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0135416165
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0103463273
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0074935211
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0063839674
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0011479864
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0004386267
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0003520517
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.000309021
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001099363
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
5.70944E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
98.015
Magnitude:
45
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
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
6.8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
19
Sprache Difficult Word Count
21
John McCain
Our best defense now lies in pursuing our enemy overseas, and working here at home to adapt to the challenges of this new day. We can rid the world of terrorism's scourge. But it will take time, and our campaign will likely inspire further, desperate tests of our resolve.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.33647
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.07692
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.07692
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.1431
VADER
0.572
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.4909284879
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.3640769515
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.2336521633
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0535075436
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0139524273
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0041542626
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0029301813
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0024116314
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0003849712
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0002972343
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0002600031
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
98.021
Magnitude:
60
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
7.6
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
69.4
Gunning-Fog Score
11.4
Coleman-Liau Index
10.3
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
7.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.7
Sprache Readability Score
4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
12
Sprache Difficult Word Count
17
John McCain
More Americans may die before we are through. In this moment when we enjoy peace at home, even as brave Americans risk their lives for us overseas, let us marshal our resolve to defend our homeland, not merely through force of arms, but through reasoned introspection into how September 11th happened, what we've learned, and how we can apply those lessons to the defense of the American people.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.33647
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.99853
VADER
0.606
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.690421043
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.6158911157
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.1047026948
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0911523064
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0347330584
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0264555216
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0046996061
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0041674561
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0023519848
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0018310857
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0013011309
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
97.85
Magnitude:
53
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
45.4
Gunning-Fog Score
16
Coleman-Liau Index
11.6
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
John McCain
More than 2 years ago, the bipartisan Hart-Rudman Commission on National Security envisioned a time when terrorists and rogue nations would acquire weapons of mass destruction and "mass disruption." "Americans will likely die on American soil," the commission warned, "possibly in large numbers." That time has come. The worst has happened. But it must not happen again. We hope history will judge America well for her response to September 11th -- the incredible bravery of so many Americans, and the measures we have already put in place to prevent future acts of catastrophic terrorism.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.71429
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.71429
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.46634
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.05882
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.05882
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.11123
VADER
-0.97
Very Negative
Moderation
Harassment > Threatening
0.2670428017
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.2296856139
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.1051206258
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0880062697
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0156596783
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0035122957
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0008449655
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0005389919
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0003835632
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
5.18238E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.87521E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
47.794
Magnitude:
29
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Civil Rights
Score:
27.703
Magnitude:
29
Code:
2
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#2
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
44.2
Gunning-Fog Score
12.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.2
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
32
Sprache Difficult Word Count
36
John McCain
The commission is an integral part of our response to the attacks of September 11. Its mission is urgent. The American people clearly share our sense of urgency about protecting our country. I hope our proposed commission can channel that sense of urgency into a mandate for reform of the way we defend America.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.77778
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.77778
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.7346
VADER
0.691
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.4824561067
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.3774176119
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.1976659987
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.1551635796
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0213102408
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0039816008
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.003963296
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0006196972
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001080462
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
6.843E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.1309E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
98.131
Magnitude:
137
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.2
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
45.9
Gunning-Fog Score
12.1
Coleman-Liau Index
11.7
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
7.3
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.6
Sprache Readability Score
3.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
17
Sprache Difficult Word Count
20
Joe Biden
Mr. President, I rise today to introduce the National Child Protection Improvement Act of 2001.
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
0.459
Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.1909024431
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0838016509
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0281924906
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0127028135
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0037844835
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0026535043
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0006922083
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0002569672
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
2.36426E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
3.3072E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
3.58E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
98.004
Magnitude:
76
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
6.2
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
63.9
Gunning-Fog Score
5.7
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
5.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.7
Sprache Readability Score
2.1
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
6
Sprache Difficult Word Count
7
Joe Biden
Today, 87 million of our children are involved in provided by child and youth organizations which depend heavily on volunteers to deliver their services. Millions more adults are also served by public and private voluntary organizations. Organizations across the country, like the Boys and Girls Clubs, often rely solely on volunteers to make these safe havens for kids a place where they can learn. The Boys and Girls Clubs and others don't just provide services to kids, their work reverberates throughout our communities, as the after-school programs they provide help keep kids out of trouble. This is juvenile crime prevention at its best, and I salute the volunteers who help make these programs work.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.8473
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.44828
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.44828
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.92799
VADER
0.832
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.1201817417
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0096689699
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0094339564
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0033198645
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0028268427
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0025804087
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0017941191
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0013584886
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
9.73992E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
6.92477E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
7.5741E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
98.109
Magnitude:
87
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
47.4
Gunning-Fog Score
15.5
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
30
Sprache Difficult Word Count
31
Joe Biden
Unfortunately, some of these volunteers come to their jobs with less than the best of intentions. According to the National Mentoring Partnership, incidents of child sexual abuse in child care settings, foster homes and schools ranges from 1 to 7 percent. Volunteer organizations have tried to weed out bad apples, and today most conduct background checks on applicants who seek to work with children. Unfortunately, these checks can often take months to complete, can be expensive, and many organizations do not have access to the FBI's national fingerprint database. These time delays and scope limitations are dangerous: a prospective volunteer could pass a name-based background check in one state, only to have a past felony committed in another jurisdiction go undetected.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-3.13549
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.1
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.1
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.19106
VADER
-0.872
Very Negative
Moderation
Violence
0.0353010255
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0127183273
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0039228395
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0029704059
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0016692409
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0013157439
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0003440533
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0003120319
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
6.4838E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.3419E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.302E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
97.624
Magnitude:
77
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
38.5
Gunning-Fog Score
17.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.3
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
39
Sprache Difficult Word Count
41
Joe Biden
Today I am introducing a bill designed to solve some of these problems. The National Child Protection Improvement Act of 2001 creates a new, FBI national center to conduct criminal history fingerprint checks at the request of volunteer organizations. Funds are authorized so that volunteer organizations could have the national checks performed at no cost to them, the Federal government ought to be supporting those groups who seek to safeguard our kids, and this is a modest investment that deserves to be made. Other child-serving organizations who sought the services of the new national center would have checks conducted at a minimal cost. My bill envisions as many as 10 million background checks conducted per year at this center, enough to prevent felons and other dangerous members of society from getting anywhere near our kids. States perform many of these checks today, so to help them do their jobs better my bill authorizes $5 million per year to hire personnel and improve fingerprint technology so that they can update information in national databases.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.11111
Leans Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.11111
Leans Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.20067
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.42857
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.42857
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.88036
VADER
0.71
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.1747172908
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0187614874
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.010129845
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0045565157
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0014952207
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0014701163
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0013566862
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0013345735
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
4.84606E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.89256E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.6644E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Civil Rights
Score:
94.258
Magnitude:
97
Code:
2
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#2
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
37.9
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.1
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
51
Sprache Difficult Word Count
58
Joe Biden
All of us understand the positive impact that volunteer organizations are making. Now we need to give these groups the tools and resources they need to ensure absolute safety for the children they serve.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.45455
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.45455
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.8873
VADER
0.84
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
3.1585246325
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
1.9810412079
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
1.0655315593
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.1191154006
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.1053978805
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.072917738
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0114405353
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0055693825
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.004005701
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0011917326
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
8.49171E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Civil Rights
Score:
93.28
Magnitude:
102
Code:
2
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#2
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
52.7
Gunning-Fog Score
15
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.3
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.6
Sprache Readability Score
3.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
8
Sprache Difficult Word Count
12
Joe Biden
I ask unanimous consent that the text of this 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
0.880534295
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.3885617247
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.2264850074
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0404064107
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0328329043
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0071484901
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0040079434
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0003099762
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001816926
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.73478E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.2781E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Civil Rights
Score:
75.16
Magnitude:
139
Code:
2
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#2
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
6.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
73.2
Gunning-Fog Score
8.7
Coleman-Liau Index
8.1
SMOG Index
9
Automated Readability Index
5.2
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5
Sprache Readability Score
3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
4
Sprache Difficult Word Count
6
Jon Corzine
Mr. President, I rise today to introduce a bill that represents an important step towards the goal of addressing the threats posed by global climate change. I am pleased to be joined on this bill by Senator Jeffords and Senator Lieberman. They are recognized environmental leaders in the Senate, and are long-standing, outspoken advocates for taking action to mitigate climate change. I appreciate their help in introducing this legislation today.
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
0.743
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.0118132593
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0036958816
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0005092262
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0003542699
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0003527023
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001411066
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0001153201
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
4.26393E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
3.67474E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
2.66522E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.45373E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Housing
Score:
75.899
Magnitude:
87
Code:
14
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#14
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
48.2
Gunning-Fog Score
12.4
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.7
Sprache Readability Score
4.8
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
27
Sprache Difficult Word Count
30
Jon Corzine
Climate change is an enormously complex issue in every aspect. Scientifically. Economically. Politically. But complexity is no excuse for inattention or inaction. Because the health and viability of the global ecosystems upon which we all depend are at stake. The time to act is now.
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)
0.78846
VADER
-0.44
Negative
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.0032630367
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0009352381
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0004099263
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0001338759
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
6.04778E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
3.17835E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.08615E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.88875E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
1.59998E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
6.4277E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
4.0484E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Housing
Score:
58.11
Magnitude:
148
Code:
14
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#14
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Social Welfare
Score:
31.774
Magnitude:
148
Code:
13
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#13
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
36.8
Gunning-Fog Score
11.5
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
10.1
Automated Readability Index
6.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.6
Sprache Readability Score
2.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
15
Sprache Difficult Word Count
18
Jon Corzine
Earlier this year, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change recently released its Third Assessment Report, and the science is increasingly clear and alarming. We know that human activities, primarily fossil fuel combustion, have raised the atmospheric concentration of carbon dioxide to the highest levels in the last 420,000 years. We know that the planet is warming, and that the balance of the scientific evidence suggests that most of the recent warming can be attributed to increased atmospheric greenhouse gas levels. We know that without concerted action by the U.S. and other countries, greenhouse gases will continue to increase.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.63636
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.63636
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.335
VADER
0.772
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0925688655
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0245286908
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.018129409
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0012392962
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0006170458
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0004721564
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0001638655
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
7.67666E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
5.13677E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
3.70455E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.5389E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Housing
Score:
96.558
Magnitude:
107
Code:
14
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#14
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.2
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
44.4
Gunning-Fog Score
13.5
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
39
Sprache Difficult Word Count
40
Jon Corzine
Finally, we know that climate models have improved, and that these models predict warming under all scenarios that have been considered. Even the smallest warming predicted by current models, 2.5 degrees Fahrenheit over the next century, would represent the greatest rate of increase in global mean surface temperature in the last 10,000 years.
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
0.896
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.0898175116
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0386769563
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0093616276
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0081437902
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0069289461
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0053645195
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0036456247
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0008860929
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.000234907
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0002025113
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
3.55531E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Housing
Score:
93.692
Magnitude:
69
Code:
14
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#14
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
43.1
Gunning-Fog Score
15.2
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
21
Sprache Difficult Word Count
21
Jon Corzine
If these trends continue, the results may be devastating. People in my home State of New Jersey treasure their Jersey Shore. Like all coastal areas, the Jersey Shore is threatened by projected changes in sea levels due to climate change. I am concerned about this impact. And I am concerned about other climate change impacts across New Jersey, the country and the globe.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.19722
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0
VADER
-0.557
Very Negative
Moderation
Violence
0.0316973455
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0139689204
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0089083478
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0039160372
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0015504367
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0008477325
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0003131976
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
9.20044E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
6.16463E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
4.46043E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
3.6856E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Social Welfare
Score:
70.908
Magnitude:
60
Code:
13
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#13
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
6.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
71.8
Gunning-Fog Score
6.9
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
7.7
Automated Readability Index
7.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.6
Sprache Readability Score
3.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
20
Sprache Difficult Word Count
17
Jon Corzine
I believe we need to take reasonable steps today start dealing with this issue. And I think this bill will make an important incremental step.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.8473
VADER
0.202
Slightly Positive
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.0060446771
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0049384016
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0027165579
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0010678305
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0009103279
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0008657095
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0006400553
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
6.06725E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
3.25313E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.77356E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.48967E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Defense
Score:
29.846
Magnitude:
37
Code:
16
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#16
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
International Affairs
Score:
24.736
Magnitude:
37
Code:
19
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#19
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Civil Rights
Score:
21.121
Magnitude:
37
Code:
2
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#2
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
6.7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
68.9
Gunning-Fog Score
9.8
Coleman-Liau Index
11.5
SMOG Index
10.3
Automated Readability Index
6.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
3.1
Sprache Readability Score
2.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
4
Sprache Difficult Word Count
5
Jon Corzine
The main provisions of the bill establish a system that would require companies to estimate and report their emissions of greenhouse gases, as well as a place where companies can register greenhouse gas emissions reductions. In addition, the bill would require an annual report on U.S. greenhouse gas emissions. I'd like to go through each of these components in more detail.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.19722
VADER
0.557
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0052084568
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0050622217
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0026431997
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.002546116
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0009537174
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0001944412
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.71366E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
2.39027E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.92024E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
1.88594E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.30441E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Housing
Score:
96.572
Magnitude:
38
Code:
14
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#14
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
55.1
Gunning-Fog Score
13.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
8.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6
Sprache Readability Score
3.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
21
Sprache Difficult Word Count
19
Jon Corzine
First, the bill requires EPA to work with the Secretaries of Energy, Commerce and Agriculture, as well as the private sector and non- governmental organizations to establish a greenhouse gas emission information system. For the purposes of the bill, greenhouse gases are carbon dioxide, methane, nitrous oxide, hydrofluorocarbons, perfluorocarbons, and sulfur hexafluoride. EPA is directed to establish threshold quantities for each of these gases. The threshold quantities will trigger the requirement for a company to report to the system, and are included to enable exclusion of most small businesses from the reporting requirements. Companies that emit more than a threshold quantity of each gas will be required to report their emissions on an annual basis to EPA. The requirements will be phased in, beginning with stationary source emissions in 2003. The following year, in 2004, companies subject to the reporting requirements will need to submit to EPA estimates of other types of greenhouse gas emissions, such as process emissions, fugitive emissions, mobile source emissions, forest product-sector emissions, and indirect emissions from heat and steam.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.2
Leans Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.2
Leans Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.33647
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.02165
VADER
0.25
Slightly Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0517947657
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0420466968
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0015604524
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0009664698
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0006511857
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001770406
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0001114665
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
7.86597E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.02276E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
9.7662E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.3685E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Housing
Score:
96.128
Magnitude:
34
Code:
14
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#14
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
24.8
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
77
Sprache Difficult Word Count
60
Jon Corzine
Just as important as the reporting system is the greenhouse gas registry established by the bill. The bill requires EPA to work with the same set of actors to establish this greenhouse gas registry, which will enable companies to register greenhouse gas reductions. Many companies are voluntarily implementing projects to reduce emissions or sequester carbon. The registry would establish a place for companies to be able to put these projects on public record in a consistent and reliable way.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.81818
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.81818
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.94591
VADER
0.202
Slightly Positive
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.0691156718
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0665927597
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0488339108
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0194851949
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0045660679
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0005462829
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
9.56762E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
6.98889E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
6.14437E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
2.974E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.78031E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Housing
Score:
97.361
Magnitude:
70
Code:
14
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#14
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
35.8
Gunning-Fog Score
18
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
27
Sprache Difficult Word Count
26
Jon Corzine
Taken together, these provisions of the bill will accomplish several important goals. First, they will create a reliable record of the sources of greenhouse gas emissions within our economy. This will provide the public and private sector with important information that, if necessary, can be used to identify the most cost-effective ways to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
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
0.758
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0186702076
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0084313826
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0063533094
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0034174569
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0024238099
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0012252518
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.000662223
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001444081
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
9.26441E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
6.43663E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.99498E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Housing
Score:
97.066
Magnitude:
63
Code:
14
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#14
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
34.1
Gunning-Fog Score
17.4
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
19
Sprache Difficult Word Count
25
Jon Corzine
Perhaps more importantly, these provisions will provide a powerful incentive for companies to continue to make voluntary greenhouse gas reductions. By requiring emissions reporting, and making that information available to the public, companies may face increased scrutiny with respect to their greenhouse gas emissions. But they will also have a place where they can register their greenhouse gas reductions project in a consistent and uniform way. This will enable companies to demonstrate the actions that they are taking to reduce their emissions, and will assist them in making the case for credits if a mandatory greenhouse gas emission reduction program is ever enacted.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
3.49651
VADER
0.931
Very Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.0284437119
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0242288952
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0027885677
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0010396087
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.000966669
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0002629373
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001891377
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
7.77145E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
6.17948E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
5.7582E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.33064E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Housing
Score:
74.601
Magnitude:
73
Code:
14
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#14
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
23
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
36
Sprache Difficult Word Count
33
Jon Corzine
Finally, the bill requires EPA to annually publish a greenhouse gas emissions inventory. This will be a national account of greenhouse gas emissions for our Nation, and will incorporate the information submitted to the greenhouse gas information system and registry. EPA has issued such a report for several years now, and this provision is intended to explicitly authorize and expand the scope of this report.
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
0.318
Somewhat Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0544409093
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0316357269
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0050918228
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0043473236
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0037475853
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0004191206
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0001887436
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001877537
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
8.00699E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
4.89111E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.53658E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Housing
Score:
97.301
Magnitude:
73
Code:
14
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#14
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
30
Gunning-Fog Score
17.9
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
26
Sprache Difficult Word Count
26
Jon Corzine
I know that there are technical challenges associated with measuring greenhouse gas emissions and reductions. But many advances have been made in recent years, often in a cooperative way, with industry, environmental groups and governments at the table. It's my intent that the systems and protocols developed under this bill conform to the best practices that have been and continue to be developed in this fashion.
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
0.671
Very Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.0504166994
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0397066964
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0218618196
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0096701871
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0090220659
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0013507813
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0012979262
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0010802683
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0003399098
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0002808458
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
7.82256E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Domestic Commerce
Score:
60.627
Magnitude:
70
Code:
15
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#15
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Housing
Score:
29.369
Magnitude:
70
Code:
14
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#14
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
35.8
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
20
Sprache Difficult Word Count
21
Jon Corzine
I urge my colleagues to join with me in this legislation. Let's start taking reasonable steps to address the threat of climate change. I ask unanimous consent that the text of the bill be printed in the Record.
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
-0.077
Neutral
Moderation
Harassment
0.0404549006
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0193721586
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0086935346
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0074985815
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0055577471
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0001737404
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0001418447
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
9.8708E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
5.54797E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
4.69667E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
4.3583E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Social Welfare
Score:
33.575
Magnitude:
41
Code:
13
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#13
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Civil Rights
Score:
25.448
Magnitude:
41
Code:
2
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#2
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
6.7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
69.3
Gunning-Fog Score
9.3
Coleman-Liau Index
10.4
SMOG Index
9.9
Automated Readability Index
5.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.2
Sprache Readability Score
3.3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
11
Sprache Difficult Word Count
14
Jim Jeffords
Mr. President, we are now near the end of the first session of the 107th Congress. It has been an exceedingly long and difficult year. There have been many changes, surprises and tragedies.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-1.60944
VADER
-0.542
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
4.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
75.4
Gunning-Fog Score
9.4
Coleman-Liau Index
10.6
SMOG Index
9.7
Automated Readability Index
3.8
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.2
Sprache Readability Score
2.3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
8
Sprache Difficult Word Count
8
Jim Jeffords
One politically significant event that particularly dismayed me was the President's modification of his campaign pledge to reduce emissions of four major pollutants, sulfur dioxide, nitrogen oxides, mercury and carbon dioxide, emitted by power plants. In March, he wrote to several Senators telling them he would no longer support mandatory emissions reductions for carbon dioxide, an important greenhouse gas. This struck me as a return to a 1950s-style energy and environmental policy.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.71429
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.71429
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.46634
VADER
0.087
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
15.3
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
35
Sprache Difficult Word Count
35
Jim Jeffords
On a more optimistic role, however, that reversal and the administration's unilateral withdrawal and disengagement from the international negotiations to implement the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change and the Kyoto Protocol has created more interest and activity on this matter than ever on Capitol Hill and in the media.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.3979
VADER
0.867
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
9.3
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
22
Sprache Difficult Word Count
23
Jim Jeffords
Now, many Members are asking themselves whether Congress should just proceed without the Administration. In fact, the Daschle-Bingaman energy legislation contains a significant climate change title that does just that. This subject will contain to receive a great deal of attention in the Environment and Public Works Committee and elsewhere as we try to implement through statute our existing national commitment to reduce greenhouse gas emissions to 1990 levels.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.95551
VADER
0.863
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
34.5
Gunning-Fog Score
15
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
24
Sprache Difficult Word Count
32
Jim Jeffords
Today, I am joining with Senators Corzine and Lieberman in introducing a bill to amend the Clean Air Act to require reporting of greenhouse gas emissions from major sources and to create a voluntary registry for those sources to document their emissions reduction efforts. This new system will be maintained and operated by the Environmental Protection Agency, which has the greatest Federal agency experience and capability in monitoring enforcing and tracking air emissions. The information generated by this system will be of great assistance in developing a national trading system in carbon emission credits. The U.S. is a global leader in the creation and operation of such systems and must not lag behind doors in the international community.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.8473
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.76471
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.76471
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.82455
VADER
0.953
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
28.9
Gunning-Fog Score
16
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
52
Sprache Difficult Word Count
48
Jim Jeffords
We have been waiting some time for the Administration to make known the results of its climate change policy review and for a constructive multi-pollutant legislative proposal. There is no question that the terrible events of September 11, have had a devastating effect on our citizenry and the government. But, we are a great nation and the Federal Government must be capable of working on a variety of domestic and international fronts, even in the face of great adversity. There are few, if any, environmental issues more compelling than global warming and its effects.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.25
Slightly Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.25
Slightly Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.45199
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.06667
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.06667
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.12516
VADER
0.288
Slightly Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
39.4
Gunning-Fog Score
16.2
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
29
Sprache Difficult Word Count
33
Jim Jeffords
As many Senators may recall, Congress and the previous Bush Administration worked together and were very productive during the Gulf War on many pieces of environmental legislation, not the least of which was the Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990. That was a different time, but that situation demonstrates that given the right level of attention and resources, we can accomplish a great deal working together even under stressful circumstances.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.27273
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.27273
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.51083
VADER
0.649
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
25.1
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
17
Sprache Difficult Word Count
22
Jim Jeffords
The Administration's unilateral approach to this important subject is puzzling. The U.S. is responsible for approximately 25 percent of the total carbon loading to the atmosphere. This man-made pollution is leading to a warming of the entire planet through the greenhouse effect, according to the National Academy of Sciences. Surely, we should do our share to reduce these emissions to protect our environmental and economy, and our global neighbors. That is the most certain way to protect our long-term interests and reduce the impacts of proceeding with business as usual.
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
0.939
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
47.8
Gunning-Fog Score
10.9
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
11.9
Automated Readability Index
9.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.3
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
33
Sprache Difficult Word Count
35
Jim Jeffords
We have asked a great deal of our friends across the globe as part of our response to terrorism, particularly of our friends in the European Union. We must not forget that they too have an agenda for the international community and that agenda includes concerted action on climate change. Ignoring that agenda for too long may create unnecessary trade and tariff barrier problems for U.S. goods and services. Already, the pending adoption of the Kyoto Protocol in European Union countries and elsewhere poses, complex accounting and trade issues for U.S. multi-nationals operating in Annex I countries.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.14286
Leans Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.14286
Leans Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.26826
VADER
0.352
Somewhat Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
47.8
Gunning-Fog Score
12.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
8.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
37
Sprache Difficult Word Count
36
Jim Jeffords
The Administration's silence on this clearly growing problem is also puzzling. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric and the World Meteorological Organization say that 2001 will be the second warmest year on record since records have been kept in the mid-1800s. Recently, the Washington Post reported on the New England Regional Assessment of the Potential Consequence of Climate Variability and Change.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.51083
VADER
0
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
29.5
Gunning-Fog Score
9.4
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
22
Sprache Difficult Word Count
24
Jim Jeffords
The Assessment, which is one of the many regional assessments being conducted pursuant to the Global Change Research Act of 1990, found that the Northeast's climate is likely to become hotter and more flood- prone. The region may see a 6-9 degrees fahrenheit overall temperature increase over the next 100 hundreds due to the global warming caused by greenhouse gas emissions. This would cause sugar maples to disappear from Vermont forests, threaten coastal areas with rising sea levels, exacerbate existing air pollution problems and harm cold-weather- dependent industries like skiing.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.66667
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.66667
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.29928
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.11111
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.11111
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.20067
VADER
-0.649
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
36.9
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
38
Jim Jeffords
There are varying claims about the economic effects related to global warming and climate change. Effects that will occur beyond the normal economic forecasting period are difficult to determine. But, some studies have suggested that when a doubling of atmospheric CO2 occurs, sometime in the next 50-70 years according to most models, the cost to the U.S. economy could be between 0.3 percent- 6 percent of GDP in 2000 dollars. While the nature of the exact impacts of climate change on forestry, construction, hydropower, and agriculture are disputed, most sectors will see losses, according to studies for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Pennsylvania Academy of Science, Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Yale University, Pew Center on Global Climate Change, and the Institute for International Economics.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.14286
Leans Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.14286
Leans Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.25131
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.3
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.3
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.58779
VADER
-0.718
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
37.8
Gunning-Fog Score
12
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
58
Sprache Difficult Word Count
53
Jim Jeffords
These effects can be lessened by purposeful and strong leadership in the Congress and the White House. We have the technological ability to revolutionize our use of fossil fuels through efficiency and process changes, and to radically increase our production of renewable energy in all forms. These steps can dramatically and cost-effectively reduce carbon emissions in the near term, according to studies done by the Department of Energy and various think-tanks. However, we must do something soon to stimulate that revolution.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
2.3979
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.42857
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.42857
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.8473
VADER
0.926
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
34.9
Gunning-Fog Score
17.5
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
27
Sprache Difficult Word Count
33
Jim Jeffords
Providing information on waste generation and release into the environment has been a great success of the Toxic Release Inventory. Educating the public and the market about wasteful behavior has stimulated major emissions reductions. The bill we are introducing today should be similarly successful in promoting innovation and efficiency in all major carbon emitting sectors, in addition to preparing the appropriate infrastructure for a national carbon credit trading system.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.95551
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.71429
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.71429
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.60944
VADER
0.963
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
4.5
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
33
Sprache Difficult Word Count
34
Jim Jeffords
Early in the next session, the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee will mark up S. 556, the Clean Power Act, which requires reductions in greenhouse gas emission from the power generating sector. That sector's emissions have risen approximately 26 percent above 1990 levels and are expected to grow 1.8 percent annually without some Federal action. This is well beyond our international treaty commitments on a sector basis. The majority of those facilities are already required to report their carbon dioxide emissions to EPA.
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
0.649
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
35.7
Gunning-Fog Score
13.9
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.2
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
33
Sprache Difficult Word Count
34
Jim Jeffords
I am hopeful that we can proceed with a tri-partisan, consensual markup of the Clean Power Act. But, two elements may preclude our ability to achieve some agreement. First, the Administration may go forward with proposals to modify the New Source Review, NSR, program. This possibility gravely concerns me and other Members of the Committee, given the lack of transparency in the Administration's proceedings on the pending NSR enforcement actions and the "consistency" review by the Department of Justice. And, second, perhaps more importantly, there is a distinct lack of constructive engagement with the Committee on a multi-pollutant bill or any clear progress on an Administration proposal.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.11111
Leans Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.11111
Leans Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.20067
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.65393
VADER
0.957
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
35.7
Gunning-Fog Score
15
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
42
Sprache Difficult Word Count
45
Jim Jeffords
Next year promises to be very busy in the energy and environmental policy arena. We cannot afford to simply recreate the debates that occurred during the Energy Policy Act of 1992. We know the world to be a much different place now and fraught with greater and more complex dangers like global warming. It would be irresponsible in the extreme for Congress or the White House to take actions that increase, rather than decrease, the likelihood of those dangers.
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 Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.14286
Leans Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.26826
VADER
0.529
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
52.9
Gunning-Fog Score
12.5
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.6
Sprache Readability Score
4.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
23
Sprache Difficult Word Count
23
Jim Jeffords
I look forward to working with the Administration and my colleagues on a variety of actions to make progress in adapting to the climate change we have already caused and on reducing greenhouse gas emissions to prevent greater future damage that our great-grandchildren will have to face.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.2
Leans Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.2
Leans Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.33647
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.71429
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.71429
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.46634
VADER
0.296
Slightly Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
17.1
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.3
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
15
Sprache Difficult Word Count
19
Jim Jeffords
I ask unanimous consent to print the article to which I referred 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
8.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
61.9
Gunning-Fog Score
11.3
Coleman-Liau Index
9.3
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
6.2
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5
Sprache Readability Score
3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
4
Sprache Difficult Word Count
6
John D. Rockefeller, IV
Mr. President, it is my pleasure today to introduce the Safe Rails Act of 2001. This bill will protect the lives of millions of Americans by providing our Nation's freight railroads and hazardous materials shippers with the ability to enhance the security of hazardous materials shipped on the Nation's freight rail network.
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
0.917
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
49.3
Gunning-Fog Score
13.9
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6
Sprache Readability Score
4.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
17
Sprache Difficult Word Count
21
John D. Rockefeller, IV
The Safe Rails Act will require the Department of Transportation to focus its attention on the significant potential for harm to human health and public safety posed by terrorist attacks on our Nation's freight rail infrastructure. In performing the risk assessment called for in the bill, the Secretary of Transportation will be able to make use of the expertise of the various companies and industries involved in the transportation of hazardous materials. Upon completion of the assessment, the Secretary will administer a 2-year Rail Security Fund to assist railroads and hazardous materials shippers in paying the extraordinary costs associated with their post-September 11 activities to secure rail infrastructure and rolling stock.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.7
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.7
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.60944
VADER
-0.44
Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
13.6
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
42
Sprache Difficult Word Count
46
John D. Rockefeller, IV
Among the painful lessons we have learned from the sad and alarming events of the past three months, one of the most obvious is that security measures for much of our Nation's transportation infrastructure needs immediate improvement. Americans had, for the most part, taken for granted that life in the United States was safe from the senseless violence that occurs all too often elsewhere on the planet. When terrorists used hijacked airlines as missiles against our people, or transformed the mail into a means of spreading illness and death, we awoke in this country to the potential for harm that exists in the misuse of things we depend upon every day.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.33647
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.06667
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.06667
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.12516
VADER
-0.929
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
36.7
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
27
Sprache Difficult Word Count
38
John D. Rockefeller, IV
We depend on few things like we depend on our transportation system. I hope my colleagues in the Senate will agree with me that to adequately protect our homeland security, it is absolutely necessary that Congress, the administration, and the various transportation industries cooperate on a comprehensive evaluation and enhancement of transportation security. I believe we must act soon, and not wait for our ocean-going vessels, our long-haul trucks, or our passenger rail system to be used as tools of terrorist aggression against our fellow citizens.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
2.19722
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.84615
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.84615
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.12026
VADER
0.813
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
25.2
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
23
Sprache Difficult Word Count
30
John D. Rockefeller, IV
I have offered this legislation today because the threat to Americans from a terrorist act against a freight railroad carrying hazardous materials may be greater than the threats against all of those other modes combined. Several analyses undertaken even before September 11 point to the chemical industry and the railroads that carry the bulk of its products as likely targets of terrorism. Our economy, and indeed, our public health, depend on the movement of these chemicals. In the days immediately after September 11, for example, a disruption of rail traffic resulted in some major cities having only a few days' supply of water-purifying chlorine at their disposal. It is quite obvious, I believe, that we must safeguard movement of these life-saving, although potentially dangerous, chemicals.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.95551
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.05882
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.05882
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.11123
VADER
-0.952
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
33.8
Gunning-Fog Score
17.4
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
42
Sprache Difficult Word Count
47
John D. Rockefeller, IV
There is legislation before the Senate that would protect the 21 million passengers Amtrak carries every year. I would encourage all my colleagues to support this common-sense legislation. Before we enact that legislation and think we have completed our job, I would just say to my colleagues that the passenger rail traffic in this Nation covers only about one-sixth of the 140,000 miles in the country's freight rail network.
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)
2.83321
VADER
0.823
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
52.1
Gunning-Fog Score
15.7
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
16
Sprache Difficult Word Count
18
John D. Rockefeller, IV
The freight rail network, which passes through or near virtually every small town and large city in the country, carries more than 1.7 million carloads, many millions of tons, of chemicals and other hazardous materials each year. More than 50,000 carloads of "poison by inhalation" chemicals, including chlorine, are transported within a few miles of a huge percentage of our population. It is not my purpose to alarm my colleagues or the public at large. The simple fact is, however, the Safe Rails Act will protect millions of Americans living or working in proximity to the facilities manufacturing these hazardous materials, or the trains carrying them.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.95551
VADER
0.226
Slightly Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
38.2
Gunning-Fog Score
18.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
23
Sprache Difficult Word Count
31
John D. Rockefeller, IV
Very briefly, the Safe Rails Act would require the Secretary of Transportation to conduct a comprehensive analysis of the security risks on our entire rail system, with special emphasis given to a security needs assessment for the transportation of hazardous materials.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0.862
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
2.2
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
18
Sprache Difficult Word Count
17
John D. Rockefeller, IV
The bill creates a Rail Security Fund, to be administered by the Secretary, to reimburse or defray the costs of increased or new security measures taken by railroads, hazardous materials shippers, or tank car owners, in the wake of the terrorist attacks on September 11. In conducting the required assessments, the Secretary will consult with and may use materials prepared by the railroad, chemical, and tank car leasing industries, as well as any relevant security analyses or assessments prepared by Federal or State law enforcement, public safety, or regulatory agencies.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.53846
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.53846
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0.818
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
7
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
33
Sprache Difficult Word Count
40
John D. Rockefeller, IV
The Secretary will develop criteria to determine the appropriateness of full or partial reimbursement for various security-related activities. The Secretary may consider, but will not be limited to, using the Fund to help pay for costs incurred due to the following security-related activities: unanticipated rerouting or switching of trains or cargoes, and the express movement of hazardous materials to address security risks; hiring additional manpower required to increase security of the entire rail network, including rail cars on leased track; the purchase of equipment or improved training to enhance emergency response in hazardous materials transportation incidents; improvements in critical communications essential for rail operations and security, including: Development and deployment of global positioning tracking systems on all tank cars transporting high hazard materials; and development of secure network to provide hazardous materials shippers and tank car owners information regarding credible threats to shipments of their products or rolling stock; investment in the physical hardening of critical railroad infrastructure to enable it to withstand terrorist attacks; tank car modifications, or storage of additional tank cars in excess of the number normally stored on-site at shippers' facilities, as mandated by federal regulators; research and development supporting enhanced safety and security of hazardous materials transportation along the freight rail network, including: technology for sealing rail cars; techniques to transfer hazardous materials from rail cars that are damaged or otherwise represent an unreasonable risk to human life or public safety; systems to enhance rail car security on shipper property.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.05882
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.05882
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.11123
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.54167
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.54167
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.18199
VADER
0.879
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
128
Sprache Difficult Word Count
111
John D. Rockefeller, IV
Mr. President, the Safe Rails Act is crucially important legislation for the safety and security of our country, and for the protection of human health all along our Nation's rail network. I thank the chairman of the Commerce Committee for his commitment to mark this bill up early next year. I strongly urge the leadership of the Senate to schedule consideration of this legislation early in the next session of the 107th Congress, and I encourage my colleagues to support its passage.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
3.29584
VADER
0.964
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
49.8
Gunning-Fog Score
14.5
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.5
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
27
Sprache Difficult Word Count
30
Jeff Sessions
Mr. President, I send to the desk a bill entitled the Drug Sentencing Reform Act of 2001. This bill provides a measured and balanced approach to improving the statutory and guidelines system that governs the sentencing of drug offenders.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.8473
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.25131
VADER
0.052
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
7.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
61.3
Gunning-Fog Score
11.4
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
8.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.5
Sprache Readability Score
3.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
17
Sprache Difficult Word Count
17
Jeff Sessions
This bill makes two important changes to our Federal sentencing system for drug offenders: First, it reduces the disparity in sentences for crack and powder cocaine from a ratio of 100-to-1 to 20-to-1. It does so by reducing the penalty for crack and increasing the penalty for powder cocaine.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.56495
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.33647
VADER
-0.796
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
52.2
Gunning-Fog Score
18.9
Coleman-Liau Index
9.7
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
14
Sprache Difficult Word Count
16
Jeff Sessions
Second, the bill shifts some of the sentencing emphasis from drug quantity to the nature of the criminal conduct, the degree of the defendant's criminality. The bill increases penalties for the worst drug offenders that use violence and employ women and children as couriers to traffic drugs. The bill decreases mandatory penalties on those who play only a minimal role in a drug trafficking offense, such as a girlfriend or child of a drug dealer who receives little compensation.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.94444
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.23077
Slightly Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.23077
Slightly Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.43532
VADER
-0.933
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
38.7
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
32
Sprache Difficult Word Count
29
Jeff Sessions
In short, this bill will make measured and balanced improvements in the current sentencing system to ensure a more just outcome, tougher sentences on the worst and most violent drug offenders and lighter sentences on lower-level, nonviolent offenders.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.75
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.75
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.27273
Slightly Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.27273
Slightly Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.51083
VADER
-0.834
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
24.1
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
16
Sprache Difficult Word Count
19
Jeff Sessions
To understand the changes that I propose, it is necessary to review how we got to the present system.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
58.4
Gunning-Fog Score
11.8
Coleman-Liau Index
9.3
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
8.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
3.4
Sprache Readability Score
3.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
3
Sprache Difficult Word Count
5
Jeff Sessions
Prior to the promulgation of the Sentencing Guidelines in 1984, judges in the Federal court system had very broad discretion to sentence drug offenders. Because judges had different views on sentencing, one defendant who committed a crime could receive parole while another defendant guilty of the exact same criminal conduct could receive literally 20 years in prison. See, e.g., United States Sentencing Commission, Guidelines Manual 2 (Nov. 2000).
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-3.04452
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.25
Slightly Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.25
Slightly Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.47957
VADER
-0.92
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
48
Gunning-Fog Score
11.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
8.8
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.3
Sprache Readability Score
4.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
25
Sprache Difficult Word Count
29
Jeff Sessions
Further, because of the existence of the parole system, convicts generally served only one-third of the sentence announced by the judge. Id. There was no truth in sentencing. Thus, the old sentencing system lacked uniformity, honesty, and certainty.
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
0.527
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.2
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
53.8
Gunning-Fog Score
11.1
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
10.8
Automated Readability Index
7.8
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7
Sprache Readability Score
3.3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
16
Sprache Difficult Word Count
18
Jeff Sessions
In 1984, a bipartisan Congress enacted and President Reagan signed the Sentencing Reform Act as part of the Comprehensive Crime Control Act, Pub. L. No. 98-473, Title II, 98 Stat. 2019 (1984). The Sentencing Reform Act created the Sentencing Commission and instructed it to promulgate sentencing guidelines that would provide more effective, more uniform, and more fair sentences. See generally United States Sentencing Commission, Guidelines Manual 2 (Nov. 2000). As part of this reform, Congress abolished the parole system and substantially reduced good behavior adjustments. Id. at 1.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.77778
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.77778
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.7346
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.05882
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.05882
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.11123
VADER
0.856
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
7.6
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
55.1
Gunning-Fog Score
9.5
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
11.7
Automated Readability Index
6.5
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.9
Sprache Readability Score
4.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
42
Sprache Difficult Word Count
37
Jeff Sessions
The Sentencing Commission went to work in studying empirical data on average sentences imposed for various crimes prior to the Sentencing Reform Act. See United States Sentencing Commission, Guidelines Manual 9-10 (Nov. 2000). It then made adjustments for acceptance of responsibility and provision of substantial assistance to the government. Id. at 10.
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
0.572
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
39.8
Gunning-Fog Score
12.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
8.2
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.9
Sprache Readability Score
3.8
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
25
Sprache Difficult Word Count
25
Jeff Sessions
On April 13, 1987, the Sentencing Commission submitted its first set of Sentencing Guidelines to Congress. See United States Sentencing Commission, Guidelines Manual 1 (Nov. 2000). After the prescribed period, the Guidelines took effect on November 1, 1987, and applied to all offenses committed on or after that date. Id. at 1.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.8473
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0
VADER
-0.103
Leans Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
6.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
61.4
Gunning-Fog Score
6.5
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
5.2
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.1
Sprache Readability Score
3.3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
22
Sprache Difficult Word Count
20
Jeff Sessions
In applying the Guidelines to a particular case, a judge must generally:
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.60944
VADER
0
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
46.6
Gunning-Fog Score
11.5
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
7.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.9
Sprache Readability Score
2.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
4
Sprache Difficult Word Count
5
Jeff Sessions
1. Determine the base offense level for the offense of conviction; 2. Apply applicable adjustments for the type of victim, the defendant's role in the offense, and whether the defendant obstructed justice; 3. Determine the defendant's criminal history category; and 4. Determine the guideline range based on the defendant's offense level and criminal history category. See U.S.S.G. Sec. 1B1.1 (2000).
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.94444
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.07692
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.07692
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.1431
VADER
-0.889
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
7.6
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
50.6
Gunning-Fog Score
16.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
4.5
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.6
Sprache Readability Score
3.2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
29
Sprache Difficult Word Count
23
Jeff Sessions
After all the factors are considered, the judge is required to sentence within a narrow range.
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
0.077
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
63.7
Gunning-Fog Score
8.9
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
9
Automated Readability Index
9.2
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.7
Sprache Readability Score
3.3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
5
Sprache Difficult Word Count
8
Jeff Sessions
Thus, the promulgation of the Sentencing Guidelines and the repeal of the parole system promoted uniformity, honesty, and certainty in sentencing.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-1.94591
VADER
0.7
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
12.3
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
10
Sprache Readability Score
4.1
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
12
Sprache Difficult Word Count
11
Jeff Sessions
In 1989, in Mistretta v. United States, 488 U.S. 361 (1989), the Supreme Court upheld the constitutionality of the Sentencing Guidelines. Thus, Federal prosecutors, criminal defense attorneys, and Federal judges have been applying the Sentencing Guidelines for over a decade.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.19722
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.14286
Leans Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.14286
Leans Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.25131
VADER
0.318
Somewhat Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
45.8
Gunning-Fog Score
9.1
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
6.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7
Sprache Readability Score
3.1
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
17
Sprache Difficult Word Count
18
Jeff Sessions
In setting the guideline ranges for particular offenses, the Sentencing Commission has to take into account any minimum or maximum sentences established by Congress.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.25131
VADER
-0.44
Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
2.7
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.8
Sprache Readability Score
4.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
10
Sprache Difficult Word Count
13
Jeff Sessions
In 1986, Senator Dole introduced on behalf of the Reagan administration the Drug-Free Federal Workplace Act of 1986. S. 2849, 99th Cong. 2d Sess. Sec. 502 (1986). See United States Sentencing Commission, Special Report to Congress: Cocaine and Federal Sentencing Policy 117 (1995). That bill proposed several mandatory minimum sentences for drug trafficking offenses based on the quantity of the drug involved in the offense.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.5
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.5
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.95551
VADER
0.077
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
7.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
57.5
Gunning-Fog Score
10
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
5.2
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.3
Sprache Readability Score
4.3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
33
Sprache Difficult Word Count
32
Jeff Sessions
Under the bill, 500 grams of powder cocaine would have triggered a 5- year mandatory minimum, while it would have taken 25 grams of crack to trigger the same 5-year mandatory minimum. This was a 20-to-l ratio of powder to crack.
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
0.153
Leans Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
73
Gunning-Fog Score
13.3
Coleman-Liau Index
7.1
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
7.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.7
Sprache Readability Score
4.2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
10
Sprache Difficult Word Count
11
Jeff Sessions
Ultimately, Congress passed and President Reagan signed the Omnibus Anti-Drug Abuse Act of 1986 that set tough mandatory minimum sentences for various quantities of illegal drugs. Pub. L. No. 99-570, 100 Stat. 3207 (1986). With respect to cocaine, the law was amended to provide that a 5-year mandatory minimum sentence would be triggered by trafficking just 5 grams of crack cocaine or by trafficking 500 grams of powder -- a 100-to-1 ratio. 21 U.S.C. Sec. 841(b)(1)(B)(ii) & (iii). A 10-year mandatory minimum sentence was imposed for trafficking 50 grams of crack or 5 kilograms of powder cocaine, again a 100-to-1 ratio. 18 U.S.C. Sec. 841(b)(a)(A)(ii) & (iii).
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.3979
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.55556
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.55556
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-1.09861
VADER
-0.311
Somewhat Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
86.3
Gunning-Fog Score
9.1
Coleman-Liau Index
5.4
SMOG Index
9.6
Automated Readability Index
0
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.1
Sprache Readability Score
4.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
46
Sprache Difficult Word Count
36
Jeff Sessions
Congress, and those of us in the law enforcement field at the time believed that there was substantial justification for a large differential between crack and powder cocaine. Because crack was cheap, addictive, and believed to serve as a catalyst for crime, Congress wanted to keep it off the streets and out of poor neighborhoods, which were largely minority neighborhoods. Congress sought to accomplish this with stiff penalties. See United States Sentencing Commission, Special Report to Congress: Cocaine and Federal Sentencing Policy 115-21 (1995) (discussing legislative reasons for crack and powder cocaine sentences). Congressman Charles Rangel of New York, stated in 1986:
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.66667
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.66667
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.29928
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.06667
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.06667
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.12516
VADER
0.077
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
46.3
Gunning-Fog Score
14.5
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
37
Sprache Difficult Word Count
38
Jeff Sessions
Senator Lawton Chiles of Florida was one of the leaders in the Senate on the fight against crack. He stated:
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-1.09861
VADER
-0.382
Somewhat Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
6
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
69.8
Gunning-Fog Score
4
Coleman-Liau Index
9.8
SMOG Index
9
Automated Readability Index
4.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.2
Sprache Readability Score
2.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
6
Sprache Difficult Word Count
8
Jeff Sessions
A principal reason for the 1986 crack law was to keep crack from spreading across America and to keep it out of our neighborhoods, especially minority neighborhoods.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.60944
VADER
0
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
41.6
Gunning-Fog Score
18.2
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.8
Sprache Readability Score
4.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
6
Sprache Difficult Word Count
9
Jeff Sessions
Congress continued to follow this line of reasoning in 1988, when it passed and President Reagan signed into law the Anti-Drug Abuse Act. Pub. L. No. 100-690, 102 Stat. 4181 (1988). In addition to the mandatory minimum penalties enacted in 1986 for the trafficking in crack cocaine and other drugs, this act added a mandatory minimum sentence of 5 years for the simple possession of crack cocaine. 21 U.S.C. Sec. 844.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.33647
VADER
-0.194
Leans Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
3.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
84.3
Gunning-Fog Score
8.4
Coleman-Liau Index
7.5
SMOG Index
8.7
Automated Readability Index
0.3
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.8
Sprache Readability Score
3.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
26
Sprache Difficult Word Count
26
Jeff Sessions
Mandatory minimum sentences at the Federal and State levels for various crimes have generally been successful. They have reflected the seriousness with which we as a society take certain crimes and they have reduced crime by keeping recidivist criminals off the streets for longer periods of time. A 1982 Rand study reported that some repeat offenders committed 232 burglaries per year and some committed 485 thefts per year. See Jan M. Chaiken & Marcia R. Chairken, Varieties of Criminal Behavior 44 (Rand 1982). By locking up these repeat offenders, we could prevent a crime a day in some cases.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.83333
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.83333
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.03688
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.41176
Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.41176
Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.82098
VADER
-0.863
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.6
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
58.3
Gunning-Fog Score
12.5
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
8
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
39
Sprache Difficult Word Count
36
Jeff Sessions
This effort to lock up the worst offenders has resulted in a substantial increase in Federal and State prison populations. In fact, since 1990 our State and Federal prison populations have increased by a total of 79 percent. See Bureau of Justice Statistics, Prisoners in 2000 1 (2001).
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.25
Slightly Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.25
Slightly Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.45199
VADER
-0.836
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.6
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
61.9
Gunning-Fog Score
11.4
Coleman-Liau Index
10.8
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
7.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.1
Sprache Readability Score
4.1
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
16
Sprache Difficult Word Count
18
Jeff Sessions
And mandatory minimums did not operate alone. We also made progress in reducing drug use, a cause of crime, down to very low levels. With solid leadership and antidrug education programs we drove drug use by young people down. The University of Michigan's Monitoring the Future Study showed that drug use among 12th grade school children dropped by 76 percent from 1986 to 1992. Lloyd D. Johnston, et al. Monitoring the Future: National Results on Adolescent Drug Use 14 (Univ. of Mich. 2000).
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.27273
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.27273
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.51083
VADER
-0.219
Slightly Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
6.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
66
Gunning-Fog Score
7.5
Coleman-Liau Index
10.9
SMOG Index
10.1
Automated Readability Index
4.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.9
Sprache Readability Score
4.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
34
Sprache Difficult Word Count
32
Jeff Sessions
This dual approach of locking up recidivists and reducing drug use drove crime rates down. From 1990 to 1999, the crime index offenses reported by the FBI, including property crimes and violent crimes, fell to their lowest level since 1973. See Federal Bureau of Investigation, Crime in the United States -- 1999 6(2000) (stating that crime index offenses for 1999 were the lowest since 1973); Federal Bureau of Investigation, Uniform Crime Reports 2000 1(2001), stating that during 2000, crime index offenses remained stable. Thus, the War on Drugs and the War on Crime that began in the mid and late 1980s bore fruit in the 1990s.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.85714
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.85714
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.19722
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.6
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.6
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-1.29928
VADER
-0.993
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.2
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
62.7
Gunning-Fog Score
14.1
Coleman-Liau Index
9.3
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
42
Sprache Difficult Word Count
30
Jeff Sessions
That the system put in place in the 1980s produced good results in general, does not mean that it is perfect. With respect to drug sentencing in particular, the primary focus of the mandatory minimums and the Sentencing Guidelines on quantity has resulted in a blunt instrument that data now shows is in need of refinement.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.11111
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.11111
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.20067
VADER
0.832
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
44
Gunning-Fog Score
18.3
Coleman-Liau Index
11.5
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
19
Jeff Sessions
Since the establishment of mandatory minimums for drug trafficking, the Bureau of Prisons published a study on the recidivism of federal prisoners convicted for various offenses. Federal Bureau of Prisons, Recidivism Among Federal Prison Releases in 1987: A Preliminary Report (1994). For those prisoners convicted of general drug crimes and released after serving their terms, 34.2 percent were rearrested within 3 years. Id. at 12. For those convicted of firearm and explosive crimes, 48.6 percent were rearrested. Id. For those who committed crimes against the person, such as robbery or violent assault, 65 percent were rearrested. Id. Thus, possession of dangerous weapons and violence appear to be better indicators of recidivism than the quantity of drugs possessed or distributed.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.81818
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.81818
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.36
Somewhat Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.36
Somewhat Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.72213
VADER
-0.977
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
41.2
Gunning-Fog Score
15.2
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
53
Sprache Difficult Word Count
42
Jeff Sessions
The 1986 mandatory minimums based on the quantity of crack cocaine sold or possessed, while appropriately reflecting that drug's more serious effects, failed to keep crack off the streets. The use of crack had grown rapidly in the early and mid-1980s and by 1987 and 1988, crack was available across America, including my home town of Mobile, AL, and small towns all over Alabama. See, e.g., Lloyd D. Johnston, et al. Monitoring the Future: National Results on Adolescent Drug Use 16 (Univ. of Mich. 2000) (noting that crack use grew rapidly from 1983- 1986); James Coates & Robert Blau, Big-City Gangs Fuel Growing Crack Crisis, Chicago Tribune, Sept. 13, 1989, at C1, noting that crack use began in Fort Wayne, IN, in 1986 and spread rapidly through that city. Though the tough penalties did not stop the geographical spread of crack, they did, in my opinion, play a role in slowing the rate of increase in use that would have occurred without the tough penalties.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.75
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.75
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.27297
VADER
-0.551
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
6.7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
74
Gunning-Fog Score
9.9
Coleman-Liau Index
9.4
SMOG Index
11.2
Automated Readability Index
6.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
55
Sprache Difficult Word Count
57
Jeff Sessions
The mandatory minimums for crack were intended to protect minority neighborhoods from the spreading influence of crack. Still, the tough penalties for crack created the appearance of racial bias because the distributors and users of crack are largely African-American.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.60944
VADER
0.459
Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
27.9
Gunning-Fog Score
18
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.7
Sprache Readability Score
4.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
17
Sprache Difficult Word Count
18
Jeff Sessions
Parenthetically, let me note that criminal statutes, as they are written, are not biased, they simply required punishment for those who break them regardless of race, sex, nationality, or religion. Thus, just because more males commit Federal crimes than females, it is not unfair or sexist to punish males with all the severity society concludes is necessary to stop or reduce crimes that both sexes commit. See United States Sentencing Commission, 2000 Sourcebook of Federal Sentencing Statistics 15 (Table 5) (reporting that 85.7 percent of Federal offenders are male and 14.3 percent are female).
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-3.13549
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.6
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.6
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-1.27297
VADER
-0.817
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
33.7
Gunning-Fog Score
17.2
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
38
Sprache Difficult Word Count
35
Jeff Sessions
Because everyone knows that crack carries heavy penalties, I cannot conclude that it is discriminatory to punish all who possess or distribute it with equal severity. My experience does lead me to conclude, however, that where an overwhelming majority of those convicted of crack offenses are African-American, and the penalties for crack offenses are the most severe, we should listen to fair-minded people who argue that these sentences fall too heavily on African- Americans.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.71429
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.71429
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.46634
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0
VADER
-0.909
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
16.9
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
22
Sprache Difficult Word Count
24
Jeff Sessions
One of the facts used in the argument for changing crack sentences is the percentage of crack defendants that are African-American. In 1995, the Sentencing Commission issued report showing that of the defendants convicted for crack cocaine offenses, 88.2 percent were African- American. United States Sentencing Commission, Cocaine and Federal Sentencing Policy 152 (1995). Of the persons sentenced for powder cocaine offenses, 32 percent where white, 27.4 percent African- American, and 37 percent Hispanic, Id.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.94444
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.37949
VADER
-0.751
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
37.3
Gunning-Fog Score
12.3
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
34
Sprache Difficult Word Count
26
Jeff Sessions
This generated stories in newspapers, like one from the Birmingham Post-Herald that reported:
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
0.361
Somewhat Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
41.6
Gunning-Fog Score
14.2
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.8
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.2
Sprache Readability Score
2.8
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
4
Sprache Difficult Word Count
6
Jeff Sessions
As data from the Sentencing Commission became available during the mid-1990s, many federal and state officials, including myself, began to doubt whether the 100-to-1 ratio between powder and crack cocaine continued to be justifiable.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.58779
VADER
-0.477
Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
16.1
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
14
Sprache Difficult Word Count
18
Jeff Sessions
We in the public service asked ourselves: "If in light of our experience, we can conclude that crack sentences are disproportionately severe, why should we not act to improve them?" In 1995 and 1997, the Sentencing Commission unanimously concluded that the crack-powder disparity was no longer justified. See United States Sentencing Commission, Cocaine and Federal Sentencing Policy 198-200 (1995); United States Sentencing Commission, Special Report to the Congress: Cocaine and Federal Sentencing Policy 2 (1997).
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.8
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.8
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.84583
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.14286
Leans Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.14286
Leans Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.26826
VADER
0.213
Slightly Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
32.5
Gunning-Fog Score
13.9
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
28
Sprache Difficult Word Count
26
Jeff Sessions
Moreover, in 1995, the Sentencing Commission, most of the members of which are federal judges, passed two amendments to the Guidelines to reduce the disparity in sentences between crack and powder cocaine. Specifically, the amendments would have adopted a starting point for the guidelines of equal amounts of crack and powder cocaine -- a 1-to-1 ratio at the 500-gram level, and would have provided a sentencing enhancement for violence and other harms associated with crack cocaine. See United States Sentencing Commission, Cocaine and Federal Sentencing Policy 1 (1997). Congress, however, passed and President Clinton signed a law that rejected the amendments and directed the Sentencing Commission to study the issue more thoroughly. Pub. L. No. 104-38, 109 Stat. 334 (1995).
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.8
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.8
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.84583
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.17647
Leans Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.17647
Leans Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.33647
VADER
-0.869
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.2
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
53.3
Gunning-Fog Score
11.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
8.5
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
45
Sprache Difficult Word Count
43
Jeff Sessions
In 1997, the Sentencing Commission responded with a study entitled, "Cocaine and Federal Sentencing Policy." The study recommended a reduction in the crack-powder differential from 100-1 to approximately 5-to-1. United States Sentencing Commission, Cocaine and Federal Sentencing Policy 9 (1997). Specifically, the Commission recommended to Congress that the trigger points for the 5-year mandatory minimum for powder be lowered from 500 grams to a range of 125 to 375 grams and for crack be raised from 5 grams to a range of 25 to 75 grams. Id.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.19722
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.45455
Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.45455
Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.8873
VADER
0.44
Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
56.7
Gunning-Fog Score
12.1
Coleman-Liau Index
10.5
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
8.8
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
35
Sprache Difficult Word Count
26
Jeff Sessions
Moreover, some judges who did not sit on the Sentencing Commission began speaking out against the crack-powder differential. See, e.g., Pete Bowles, Judge Known for Unusual Sentences, Newsday, May 22, 1998, at A39 (quoting Judge Jack Weinstein as characterizing the Sentencing Guidelines as "cruel, excessive and unnecessary," and saying, "I simply cannot sentence another impoverished person whose destruction has no discernible effect on the drug trade"). And some have said that judges may have used downward departures more often than they should have to reduce drug sentences to a level that they view as more just. Indeed, Professors Frank Bowman and Michael Heise, citing a downward trend in drug sentences have stated, "a pervasive disposition toward discretionary evasion of Guideline and statutory law has important implications for the ongoing struggle among the courts, the Justice Department, the Congress, and the Sentencing Commission for control of sentencing policy." See Frank O. Bowman III & Michael Heise, Quiet Rebellion? Explaining Nearly a Decade of Declining Federal Drug Sentences, 86 Iowa L. Rev. 1043, 1049-50 (2001).
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.89474
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.89474
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.51231
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.52
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.52
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-1.09861
VADER
-0.834
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
44.9
Gunning-Fog Score
11.2
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.8
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
67
Sprache Difficult Word Count
69
Jeff Sessions
To date, however, Congress has declined to address the issue. Many say it is because of a fear of being called "soft on crime." Regardless, we can wait no longer. Based on our experience, the strong position of the Sentencing Commission, which is not a "soft on crime" group, and plain fairness, we must act. Congress' refusal to act, in my view, has been unfortunate.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.71429
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.71429
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.46634
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.07692
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.07692
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.1431
VADER
-0.816
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
6.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
71.3
Gunning-Fog Score
8.9
Coleman-Liau Index
10
SMOG Index
10.5
Automated Readability Index
5.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5
Sprache Readability Score
4.1
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
18
Sprache Difficult Word Count
23
Jeff Sessions
And in light of our experience, we can conclude that crack sentences are disproportionately severe, why should we not act to improve them? To improve these guidelines, to fix them where they are broken, is to strengthen the system, to reduce judicial manipulation, and to restore confidence in the system's fairness.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.11111
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.11111
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.20067
VADER
0.349
Somewhat Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
44.9
Gunning-Fog Score
15.7
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
14
Sprache Difficult Word Count
18
Jeff Sessions
We must remember, however, that the goals of the drug sentencing are still valid today, to save babies from being addicted to the drugs their mothers take during pregnancy, to save teenagers from wasting their youth on drugs that lead to crime, to save young girls from being forced into prostitution to feed a habit, and to save adults from wasting their lives on nonproductive and damaging drugs.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.75
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.75
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0
VADER
-0.459
Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
13.4
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
18
Sprache Difficult Word Count
19
Jeff Sessions
I challenge any of you to visit a drug court and look at the defendants before and after the drug court program. The transformation from a hopeless criminal on drugs to productive citizen off of drugs will convince anyone of the danger and destructiveness of illegal drugs.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.56495
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.61904
VADER
-0.938
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
51.6
Gunning-Fog Score
15.4
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.2
Sprache Readability Score
4.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
15
Sprache Difficult Word Count
13
Jeff Sessions
Does an easing of these tough sentences, but not gutting of them, carry risks. Some, but not much:
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
-0.318
Somewhat Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
89.6
Gunning-Fog Score
5.8
Coleman-Liau Index
9
SMOG Index
7.3
Automated Readability Index
3
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4
Sprache Readability Score
2.2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
4
Sprache Difficult Word Count
5
Jeff Sessions
1. Some will say that it represents proof that the war against drugs is a failure, but as I just explained, the War on Drugs is just as worthy a cause today as it used to be; 2. Some will say that we are less serious, but a balanced reform will treat dangerous crimes more seriously; 3. Some will say that it may ease a bit the pressure a prosecutor can put on a drug dealer to cooperate, but a balanced approach will retain sufficient leverage for a prosecutor to do his job justly; 4. Some will say that heavy sentences have had some ability to reduce distribution, but of course, after a modest decrease the penalties will remain tough.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.83321
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0
VADER
-0.739
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
64
Gunning-Fog Score
13.9
Coleman-Liau Index
8.8
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.3
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
34
Sprache Difficult Word Count
34
Jeff Sessions
After thoughtful review, and consideration in light of my own experience in prosecuting drug offense, I have concluded that we must reform the justness of our means to match the legitimacy of our goals. We must restore justness to sentencing for crack trafficking and other drug crimes which will maintain public confidence in the federal government's anti-drug efforts and make those efforts more rational and justifiable.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.66667
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.66667
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.29928
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.42857
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.42857
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.8473
VADER
0.671
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
30.1
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
26
Sprache Difficult Word Count
27
Jeff Sessions
Today, I propose a bill to make two modest changes to the current sentencing system:
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.51083
VADER
-0.153
Leans Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
61.9
Gunning-Fog Score
8.7
Coleman-Liau Index
10.9
SMOG Index
9
Automated Readability Index
7.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6
Sprache Readability Score
3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
5
Sprache Difficult Word Count
6
Jeff Sessions
First, the bill will reduce the crack-powder sentencing disparity from the current 100-to-1 ratio to a 20-to-1 ratio -- the same ratio proposed by the Reagan Administration in 1986. This bill would trigger the 5-year mandatory minimum sentence for trafficking at 20 grams of crack -- not 5 grams -- and at 400 grams of powder cocaine -- not 500 grams. The 10-year mandatory minimum would be triggered by trafficking 200 grams of crack and by trafficking 4 kilograms of powder.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-1.60944
VADER
0.077
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.6
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
61.6
Gunning-Fog Score
17.9
Coleman-Liau Index
8.7
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.3
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
26
Sprache Difficult Word Count
20
Jeff Sessions
The reduction in the amount of powder cocaine required to trigger the mandatory minimum from 500 grams to 400 grams reflects that 400 grams is almost a pound of cocaine -- a large amount -- worth well over $10,000. Also, this increase in the penalty for powder cocaine reflects that powder cocaine is imported and used as the raw material used to make crack. United States Sentencing Commission, Special Report: Cocaine and Federal Sentencing Policy vi (1995). Finally, the increased penalty responds to the powder cocaine use rates among high school students.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.19722
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.95551
VADER
0.402
Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
48
Gunning-Fog Score
13.5
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
32
Sprache Difficult Word Count
30
Jeff Sessions
According to the University of Michigan Study entitled Monitoring the Future, powder cocaine use among 12th grade students had risen by 61.3 percent from 1992 to 2000, although there was a slight decline from 1999 to 2000. Further, more than twice as many 12th grade students used powder cocaine than crack in 1992 and in 2000.
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
0.273
Slightly Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
60.6
Gunning-Fog Score
11.9
Coleman-Liau Index
8.9
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
17
Sprache Difficult Word Count
21
Jeff Sessions
We need to discourage those who are dealing powder cocaine to our high school students and those who are providing a supply market of powder cocaine that enable the manufacture of crack. This bill does this by providing a small increase in the penalty for powder cocaine.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.2
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.2
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.33647
VADER
-0.542
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
55.2
Gunning-Fog Score
14.5
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.5
Sprache Readability Score
4.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
13
Sprache Difficult Word Count
13
Jeff Sessions
The bill's decrease in the penalty for crack reflects that a principal reason for creating the much more severe sentence on crack, to prevent the spread of crack use, has failed. Crack is used throughout America.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.19722
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.25
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.25
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.45199
VADER
-0.742
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
66.4
Gunning-Fog Score
9.4
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
10.3
Automated Readability Index
10.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.7
Sprache Readability Score
4.1
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
11
Sprache Difficult Word Count
15
Jeff Sessions
The bill's approach of narrowing, but not eliminating, the sentencing disparity between crack and powder cocaine by changing the penalties for both drugs parallels the 1997 Sentencing Commission recommendation of increasing penalties and decreasing penalties on crack. United States Sentencing Commission, Special Report to Congress: Federal Sentencing Policy 9 (1997). Further, it is consistent with the bipartisan Act of Congress that President Clinton signed in 1995 rejecting the Sentencing Commission's attempt to equalize the penalties for crack and powder cocaine. That act stated, "the sentence imposed for trafficking in a quantity of crack cocaine should generally exceed the sentence imposed for trafficking a like quantity of powder cocaine." Pub. L. No. 104-38, 104th Cong. 1st Sess. Sec. 2(a)(1)(A) (1995). The bill changes the penalties for crack and powder to reduce the 100-to-1 disparity, but retains a reasonable distinction, a 20-to-1 ratio, between crack and powder.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.875
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.875
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.33537
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.09091
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.09091
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.17435
VADER
0.667
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
52.3
Gunning-Fog Score
12.7
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
8.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.1
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
63
Sprache Difficult Word Count
52
Jeff Sessions
The bill also reduces the 5-year mandatory minimum penalty for the simple possession of 5 grams of crack to just 1 year. This reflects that crack is a more serious drug than most other drugs, but that the sentence need not be unjustifiably harsh.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.3979
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.6
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.6
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-1.09861
VADER
0.04
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
59.9
Gunning-Fog Score
15.2
Coleman-Liau Index
9.8
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.3
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.3
Sprache Readability Score
4.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
12
Sprache Difficult Word Count
15
Jeff Sessions
Second, the bill increases emphasis on defendant's criminality, as opposed to a heavy emphasis on the quantity of drug involved. This bill requires a sentencing enhancement for violence or possession of a firearm, or other dangerous weapon, associated with a drug trafficking offense. This reflects that use of a dangerous weapon or violent action results in higher recidivism rates than drug use along. See Federal Bureau of Prisons, Recidivism Among Federal Prison Releases in 1987: A Preliminary Report 12 (1994).
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.77778
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.77778
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.7346
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.375
Somewhat Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.375
Somewhat Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.7376
VADER
-0.974
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
25.8
Gunning-Fog Score
17
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
33
Sprache Difficult Word Count
33
Jeff Sessions
Further, the bill requires an additional enhancement if the defendant is an organizer, leader, manager, or supervisor in the drug trafficking offense and a "superaggravating" factor applies. Superaggravating factors include using a girlfriend or child to distribute drugs, maintaining a crack house, distributing a drugs to minor, an elderly person, or a pregnant woman, bribing a law enforcement official, importing drugs in the United States from a foreign country, or committing the drug offense as a part of a pattern of criminal conduct engaging in as a livelihood. These sentencing enhancements will apply to offenses involving cocaine, methamphetamines, marijuana, and all illegal drugs.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.42857
Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.42857
Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.78846
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.05263
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.05263
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.10008
VADER
-0.778
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
9.4
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
9.4
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
50
Sprache Difficult Word Count
46
Jeff Sessions
Aside from the girlfriend factor, many of the superaggravating factors are already available in certain cases. The bill would employ these punishments in drug cases as sentencing enhancements, instead of statutory penalties, thus allowing a Federal prosecutor to obtain the tougher penalty by proving the superaggravating criminal conduct by a preponderance of the evidence rather than beyond a reasonable doubt. Further, the bill will make some enhancements easier to establish. For example instead of proving that a victim had a particular vulnerability to a crime, a prosecutor could simply show that the victim was 16 years old.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.53846
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.53846
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.2
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.2
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.37949
VADER
-0.936
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
23.5
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
40
Sprache Difficult Word Count
37
Jeff Sessions
The offenders to which these sentencing enhancements apply are the most culpable members of the drug trade that prey on young women, school children, and the elderly, and bring violence into our neighborhoods. Their sentences should reflect the criminality of their conduct, not simply the quantity of drugs with which they are caught.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.71429
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.71429
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.46634
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.71429
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.71429
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-1.46634
VADER
-0.791
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
45.9
Gunning-Fog Score
18.1
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
15
Sprache Difficult Word Count
17
Jeff Sessions
While providing sentencing increases for the worst offenders, the bill limits the impact of mandatory minimums on the least dangerous offenders. The bill caps the drug quantity portion of a sentence for a defendant who plays a minimal role at 10 years, base offense level 32 under the Sentencing Guidelines. This is very significant because couriers, who are often low-level participants in a drug organization, can have disproportionate sentences of 20 or 30 years simply because they are caught with a large amount of drugs in their possession. By capping the impact of drug quantity on the minimal role offenders, the bill allows a greater role for the criminality, or lack of criminality, of their conduct in determining their ultimate sentence.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.88235
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.88235
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.3979
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.45455
Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.45455
Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.93156
VADER
-0.783
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
31.6
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.1
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
43
Sprache Difficult Word Count
38
Jeff Sessions
For example, the bill provides a decrease for the super-mitigating factor of the girlfriend or child who plays a minimal role in the offense. These are often the most abused victims of the drug trade, and we should not punish them as harshly as the drug dealer who used them.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.19722
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0
VADER
-0.664
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.2
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
59.9
Gunning-Fog Score
14.1
Coleman-Liau Index
9.7
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
16
Sprache Difficult Word Count
19
Jeff Sessions
Existing adjustments could then be made for factors such as the role in the offense, acceptance of responsibility, and provision of substantial assistance to the government.
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
0.422
Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
24.3
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.4
Sprache Readability Score
4.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
10
Sprache Difficult Word Count
11
Jeff Sessions
The bill also establishes a 3-year pilot program for placing elderly, nonviolent prisoners in home detention in lieu of prison. It allows the Attorney General to designate 1 or more Federal prisons at which prisoners who meet the following criteria could be placed in home detention.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.2
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.2
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.36772
VADER
-0.931
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
33.6
Gunning-Fog Score
17.9
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
16
Sprache Difficult Word Count
19
Jeff Sessions
The prisoner: 1. is at least 65 years old; 2. has served the greater of 10 years or one-half of his sentence; 3. has never committed a Federal or State crime of violence; 4. is not determined by the Bureau of Prisons to have a history of violence or to have committed a violent infraction while in prison; and 5. has not escaped or attempted to escape.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.71429
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.71429
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.46634
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.66667
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.66667
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-1.43508
VADER
-0.961
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
4.6
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
82.1
Gunning-Fog Score
10.4
Coleman-Liau Index
7.1
SMOG Index
11
Automated Readability Index
2.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4
Sprache Readability Score
3.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
15
Sprache Difficult Word Count
18
Jeff Sessions
My experience tells me, that elderly prisoners who are nonviolent and who have served a substantial amount of their sentence generally pose no threat to the community. Removing them from prison and placing them in home detention could save the federal government money and free up space to house the most dangerous criminals.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.56495
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.07692
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.07692
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.1431
VADER
-0.925
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
41.1
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.1
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
16
Sprache Difficult Word Count
22
Jeff Sessions
The bill, however, would require an independent study on recidivism and cost savings. At the end of 3 years, Congress could decide whether to continue or expand the pilot program.
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
0.318
Somewhat Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
53.4
Gunning-Fog Score
11.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
8.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.5
Sprache Readability Score
3.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
9
Sprache Difficult Word Count
13
Jeff Sessions
There are those on the Left of the political spectrum who want to substantially restrict or even repeal mandatory minimums for some drug offenders and oppose all drug penalty increases. I firmly disagree with such an approach. The Sentencing Guidelines and mandatory minimum statutes have been a critical component of a criminal justice system that treats equal conduct equally. It increases deterrence because criminals know they will not be able to talk themselves out of jail. It is a great system. By following the balanced approach that I have proposed, we improve the guidelines and improve sentencing. My goal is to have our sentencing system consistently impose the right sentence to incapacitate, deter, punish, and rehabilitate the criminal. Because Congress has set the rules, we must act to improve them. The courts cannot do it for us.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.29928
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.125
Leans Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.125
Leans Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.24362
VADER
-0.915
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.2
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
48.7
Gunning-Fog Score
13.7
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.2
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.3
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
48
Sprache Difficult Word Count
46
Jeff Sessions
There are those on the Right side of the political spectrum, however, who do not want to decrease any drug penalty whatsoever. While I respect their view, I can not embrace it. The mandatory minimums have been in effect since 1986 and the Sentencing Guidelines have been in effect since 1987. We are not in a position to reflect on what the effects have been.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.58779
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.22378
VADER
-0.17
Leans Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
7.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
70.6
Gunning-Fog Score
10.8
Coleman-Liau Index
9.6
SMOG Index
11.8
Automated Readability Index
7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.9
Sprache Readability Score
4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
17
Sprache Difficult Word Count
17
Jeff Sessions
As we have seen from experience, the 100-to-1 disparity in sentencing between crack cocaine and power cocaine, which falls the hardest on African-Americans, is not justifiable. See, e.g., 145 Cong. Rec. S. 14452-14453 (1999), (statement of Sen. Sessions,to-1 ratio is a movement in the right direction," but questioning whether solely increasing penalties on crack was justifiable). It is simply unjust.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.70805
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.25131
VADER
-0.747
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
5.6
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
68
Gunning-Fog Score
9.5
Coleman-Liau Index
10.1
SMOG Index
10.1
Automated Readability Index
3
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6
Sprache Readability Score
3.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
24
Sprache Difficult Word Count
24
Jeff Sessions
Further, the focus of the drug sentencing system on quantity of drugs, which has sent the girlfriends of drug dealers, who act as mere couriers, to prison for long terms, should be adjusted to increase the emphasis on the criminality of conduct. This will free up prison space for violent drug offenders.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.19722
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.71429
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.71429
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-1.46634
VADER
-0.84
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
51.9
Gunning-Fog Score
16.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.1
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
19
Sprache Difficult Word Count
21
Jeff Sessions
Trust me on this. The federal drug sentences are tough. In practice -- as they play out in actual time served, they are tougher than any State drug sentences that I know of. This legislation will in no way change the seriousness with which drugs are taken. Please know that I will resist with all the force I can muster any attempt to destroy or undermine the integrity or effectiveness of the Sentencing Guidelines. This bill simply targets the toughest sentences to those who deserve it most.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.45455
Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.45455
Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.8873
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.15789
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.15789
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.30228
VADER
0.34
Somewhat Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
7.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
67.4
Gunning-Fog Score
10.4
Coleman-Liau Index
11.5
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
7.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.9
Sprache Readability Score
4.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
23
Sprache Difficult Word Count
27
Jeff Sessions
The Drug Sentencing Reform Act of 2001 takes a measured and balanced approach to modifying the sentencing system that we have used for over a decade. By increasing penalties on the worst offenders and decreasing penalties on the least dangerous offenders, we will increase the focus of our law enforcement resources on the drug traffickers that endanger our families and decrease the focus on those defendants who pose less danger.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-3.21888
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.41176
Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.41176
Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.82098
VADER
-0.862
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
33.5
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
29
Sprache Difficult Word Count
27
Jeff Sessions
I commend this bill to my colleagues to study and debate. I challenge them to cast aside the politics of the Left and the Right and to support this bill on the merits as a matter of plain, simple justice.
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
0.902
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
72.3
Gunning-Fog Score
10
Coleman-Liau Index
8
SMOG Index
9
Automated Readability Index
7.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.5
Sprache Readability Score
4.2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
9
Sprache Difficult Word Count
14
Orrin Hatch
Mr. President, I rise today to speak briefly on the legislation that my good friend from the State of Alabama, Senator Sessions, has introduced today. That legislation, the "Drug Sentencing Reform Act of 2001," addresses the disparity between sentences handed down to those who traffic in power cocaine and those who traffic in crack cocaine. I am proud to cosponsor this bill, and I hope that we can promptly act on it when we return next year.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.2
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.2
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.33647
VADER
0.893
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
59.8
Gunning-Fog Score
10.8
Coleman-Liau Index
11.2
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.8
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.1
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
20
Sprache Difficult Word Count
24
Orrin Hatch
This legislation provides a balanced and measured solution to the disparity problem without undermining our efforts to pursue relentlessly those who make their living peddling these poisons. At the same time that we reduce the crack-powder sentence ratio from 100 to 1 to 20 to 1 and reduce sentences for girlfriends and children who play truly minimal roles in drug crimes, we increase sentences for those who play leadership roles in trafficking organizations. The bill also increases sentences for those who use firearms or violence in carrying out their drug crimes.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.81818
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.81818
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.11111
Leans Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.11111
Leans Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.21131
VADER
0.282
Slightly Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
42.4
Gunning-Fog Score
18.8
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
30
Sprache Difficult Word Count
32
Orrin Hatch
As a former federal prosecutor, United States Attorney, and Attorney General of Alabama, Senator Sessions is uniquely qualified to lead the Senate on this issue. Since at least 1998, he has done just that. Both in the Judiciary Committee and on the floor of the Senate, Senator Sessions has worked tirelessly to bring about a more just sentencing structure for cocaine offenses. This legislation represents the right approach, and it deserves the support of all of my colleagues.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.99853
VADER
0.278
Slightly Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
40.6
Gunning-Fog Score
12.9
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
30
Sprache Difficult Word Count
28
Gordon Smith
Mr. SMITH of Oregon. Mr. President, I am proud to introduce with Senator Clinton, the Holocaust Victims' Assets Restitution Policy and Remembrance Act. This legislation will create a public/private Foundation dedicated to educating and to completing the necessary research in the area of Holocaust-era assets and restitution policy and to promote innovative solutions to restitution issues. The Foundation is authorized for ten years at a cost of $100 million, after which it will sunset and "spin off" its research results and materials to private entities. It is able to accept private funds as well as public dollars.
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
0.953
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
40.4
Gunning-Fog Score
11.7
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
43
Sprache Difficult Word Count
39
Gordon Smith
The need for the Foundation comes from the work of the Presidential Advisory Commission on Holocaust Assets in the United States. I was proud to have served as a Commissioner along with several of my colleagues in the Senate. The Commission identified a number of policy initiatives that require U.S. leadership, including: further research and review of Holocaust-era assets in the United States and world-wide; providing for the dissemination of information about restitution programs; creating a simple mechanism to assist claimants in obtaining resolution of claims; and, supporting a modern database of Holocaust victims' claims for the restitution of personal property.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.33647
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.77778
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.77778
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.88707
VADER
0.922
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
25.5
Gunning-Fog Score
15.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
44
Sprache Difficult Word Count
41
Gordon Smith
The Commission determined that "our government performed in an unprecedented and exemplary manner in attempting to ensure the restitution of assets to victims of the Holocaust. However, even the best intentioned and most comprehensive policies were unable, given the unique circumstances of the time, to ensure that all victims' assets were restituted." I believe this Foundation will provide a focal point for work between Federal and State governments to cross-match property records with lists of Holocaust victims. It will work with the museum community to further stimulate provenance research into European paintings and Judaica. It will promote and monitor the implementation by major banking institutions of the agreement developed in conjunction with the New York Bankers Association. Finally, it will work with the private sector to develop and promote common standards and best practices for research on Holocaust-era assets.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.66667
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.66667
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.29928
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.88889
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.88889
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.45674
VADER
0.974
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
26.4
Gunning-Fog Score
17.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
58
Sprache Difficult Word Count
60
Gordon Smith
I look forward to working with my colleagues in creating this Foundation to finish the work of the Holocaust Assets Commission. I urge all my colleagues to co-sponsor this important legislation that will solve restitution issues and engender needed research on Holocaust assets in the United States.
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
0.802
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
34.4
Gunning-Fog Score
14.6
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
21
Sprache Difficult Word Count
20
Tom Harkin
Mr. President, we all remember the dark days of the Iran hostage crisis between 1979 and 1981. Fifty-two Americans were taken hostage in the U.S. Embassy in Tehran and held in captivity by the Ayatollah Khomeini and his followers for the ensuing 444 days in the newly-established Islamic Republic of Iran. They were brutalized by their captors and the pain and suffering of these brave Americans and their families throughout that ordeal cannot be over-estimated.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.25
Slightly Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.25
Slightly Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.45199
VADER
-0.889
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
55.3
Gunning-Fog Score
9.8
Coleman-Liau Index
11.6
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
7.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.8
Sprache Readability Score
4.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
26
Sprache Difficult Word Count
27
Tom Harkin
A constituent of mine, Ms. Kathryn Koob, from Waverly, IA, is one of two women former hostages who endured this nightmarish experience. Last December, she joined the other 51 American heroes taken hostage and their families in filing a lawsuit in the Federal District Court of the District of Columbia seeking redress of this grievous miscarriage of justice and payment by the Government of Iran for the damages and injuries they incurred. If these plaintiffs are successful, the Federal courts could order payment from Iranian cash and assets still frozen in the United States.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.16667
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.16667
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.31015
VADER
0.881
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
39.9
Gunning-Fog Score
13.2
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
36
Sprache Difficult Word Count
40
Tom Harkin
Incredibly, the U.S. Justice and State Departments in mid-October and, at the latest possible hour, intervened in this case, Roeder v. the Islamic Republic of Iran, seeking to vacate the Federal judge's default judgment in favor of the former hostages and their families and to have this lawsuit dismissed altogether. De facto the Bush Administration is siding with the Government of Iran and against our own people who were taken hostage and treated so cruelly during the Embassy takeover. How could this be, especially when we are united as a Nation in a war against terrorism and the U.S. State Department itself continues to document and declare the Government of Iran as the number one state sponsor of terrorism in the world today?
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.5
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.5
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.95551
VADER
-0.682
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.2
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
49.8
Gunning-Fog Score
10.1
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
8.8
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
43
Sprache Difficult Word Count
44
Tom Harkin
The Government of Iran has never had to pay one cent to any of the Americans taken hostage or their families. If U.S. Justice and State Department attorneys get their way, the Government of Iran will never have to pay anything and the hostages and their families will never be given their day in Federal court to pursue justice and be awarded compensation.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0.867
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
55.8
Gunning-Fog Score
10.8
Coleman-Liau Index
10.8
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
7.8
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4
Sprache Readability Score
3.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
13
Sprache Difficult Word Count
16
Tom Harkin
That is why I am today introducing legislation, The Justice for Former U.S. Hostages in Iran Act, to prevent this grave injustice from being compounded. My bill would reaffirm the clear intent of this Congress expressed in four prior enactments and make crystal clear that this group of hostages and their families have the right to pursue their Federal lawsuit to its rightful conclusion and to be eligible to receive compensatory damage awards from the Government of Iran, should the Federal courts so determine on the merits.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.8473
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.77778
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.77778
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.7346
VADER
0.852
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
48
Gunning-Fog Score
14.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.3
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
29
Sprache Difficult Word Count
34
Tom Harkin
The position of the U.S. Justice and State Departments, contrary to the claims and interests of the American hostages and their families, is that the U.S. Government must honor a little-known executive agreement called the Algiers Accords that Presidents Carter and Reagan entered into in January, 1981 in order to get our hostages released from captivity inside Iran. The Algiers Accords, among other provisions, required the U.S. to immediately transfer to Iran through Algeria $7.9 billion in frozen assets in exchange for the freedom of our people. But also buried in the fine print of the Algiers Accords is one very specific provision which singularly strips the hostages and their families of their rights and flatly prohibits any of them from ever being able to sue the Government of Iran and make that regime pay for their pain and suffering. Ironically, under the terms of the Algiers Accords, U.S. companies can take the Iranians before an international tribunal at The Hague and recover damages for their lost property, but the Americans actually taken hostage and their families alone, are prohibited from doing the same. This is patently unfair to those American heroes and their families who suffered the most from this hellish experience.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.55556
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.55556
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.26667
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.26667
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.52807
VADER
-0.502
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
44.6
Gunning-Fog Score
12.9
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
65
Sprache Difficult Word Count
66
Tom Harkin
The Algiers Accords is not a treaty. It was never submitted to the Senate for ratification for obvious reasons. It is a shabby executive agreement that was negotiated under extreme duress and entered into between the executive branch of our government and the Government of Iran because the Government of Iran, at that time, was daily threatening otherwise to put all of our hostages on trial in Iran as "spies" and to execute them. In fact, the Algiers Accords, from their inception, have functioned as little more than a ransom pact with kidnappers acting in the name and under the sponsorship of the Government of Iran.
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
-0.052
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
39.5
Gunning-Fog Score
16.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
33
Sprache Difficult Word Count
31
Tom Harkin
Last week, the Federal judge hearing this case expressed a reluctance to make a final judgment and to order the Government of Iran to pay damages unless the Congress takes further legislative action to clearly and irrefutably abrogate the Algiers Accords insofar as necessary to allow the Americans held hostage and their families to sue in federal court and recover damages from the Government of Iran. The next court proceeding is this unresolved matter has been scheduled for January 14.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.3979
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.61904
VADER
-0.612
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
19.2
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.3
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
27
Sprache Difficult Word Count
31
Tom Harkin
I appeal to my colleagues on both sides of the aisle to co-sponsor this legislation with a sense of urgency and fairness. Unless the Congress acts promptly to reaffirm and clarify our prior enactments, the U.S. Justice and State Departments will block the only path still open to the hostages and their families to pursue justice, to get a federal court judgment against the Government of Iran for its brutal and criminal misconduct, and to require this on-going state sponsor of international terrorism to pay for the pain, suffering and injuries they inflicted on Kathryn Koob and these other courageous Americans.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.56495
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.06667
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.06667
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.12516
VADER
-0.912
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
43
Gunning-Fog Score
16.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
37
Sprache Difficult Word Count
41
Tom Harkin
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
6.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
73.2
Gunning-Fog Score
8.7
Coleman-Liau Index
7.7
SMOG Index
9
Automated Readability Index
4.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5
Sprache Readability Score
3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
4
Sprache Difficult Word Count
6
Kay Bailey Hutchison
Mr. President, I rise today to introduce the U.S./ Mexico Border Health Improvement Act. The issue of public health along the U.S./Mexico Border is as vast and varied as the 2000-mile Border itself. With the enactment of the NAFTA agreement, and the tremendous growth in population in the region, the Border represents, for both countries, the area of both greatest potential and enormous challenge. From San Yisidro to Brownsville, and from Tijuana to Matamoros, over 10 million people call the Border region home. At the same time, the U.S. Border population is growing three times as fast as the rest of the Nation's, and the population of Mexico's border cities is expected to double over the next decade. For this reason, I am pleased to be joined by Senator Bingaman to offer legislation on the critical issue of improving U.S./Mexico Border Health.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.42857
Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.42857
Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.78846
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.61905
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.61905
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.35812
VADER
0.958
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
7.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
61.6
Gunning-Fog Score
8.8
Coleman-Liau Index
10.9
SMOG Index
10.6
Automated Readability Index
4.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
52
Sprache Difficult Word Count
46
Kay Bailey Hutchison
The Border region is like a "top ten" list of substandard living conditions: the highest poverty rate; the lowest education rate; highest unemployment; worst environmental degradation; and the worst record for all major public health indicators.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.42857
Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.42857
Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.78846
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.11111
Leans Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.11111
Leans Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.20067
VADER
-0.952
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
12.8
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
13
Sprache Difficult Word Count
19
Kay Bailey Hutchison
The statistics are mind-numbing, but it is the sad reality of the human suffering and of the individuals, families, and communities behind those numbers that is so heart wrenching. Diabetes, HIV, hepatitis, tuberculosis, and birth defects all remain disproportionately and unacceptably high. Meanwhile, childhood immunizations, screenings, health education, and the ratio of health care providers to the general population all remain unacceptably low.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.3979
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.41176
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.41176
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.82098
VADER
-0.881
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
13.3
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
23
Sprache Difficult Word Count
28
Kay Bailey Hutchison
This legislation that I offer today provides for a comprehensive border health program to address this woeful situation that includes the creation of an office of Border Health within Health and Human Services, authorizations for community health centers, and dental outreach programs. This bill also directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services to recruit and retain quality members of the National Health Service Corps for service in the border region, while requesting authorization for the recruitment, training and retaining of bilingual health professionals, "promotor(a)s." As a member of the United States Senate, I have worked very hard to improve the health of Border residents in the short term, but more important, to putting in place the infrastructure and institutions necessary to ensure a good, healthful life for our Nation's people well into the twenty-first century.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.62963
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.62963
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.40877
VADER
0.95
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
13.1
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
47
Sprache Difficult Word Count
54
Kay Bailey Hutchison
I commend the Senator from New Mexico for his support on this issue, and I urge other Senators to join us in this effort.
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
0.778
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
55.6
Gunning-Fog Score
9.6
Coleman-Liau Index
7.7
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.1
Sprache Readability Score
4.1
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
9
Sprache Difficult Word Count
7
Kay Bailey Hutchison
I ask unanimous consent 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
6.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
64.9
Gunning-Fog Score
8
Coleman-Liau Index
9.3
SMOG Index
9
Automated Readability Index
4.2
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.9
Sprache Readability Score
2.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
3
Sprache Difficult Word Count
5
Frank Murkowski
Mr. President, I am pleased today to introduce the "Russian River Land Act". The purpose of this legislation is to ratify an agreement that settles a land ownership issue at the Russian River on the Kenai Peninsula in Alaska between the U.S. Forest Service, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, and Cook Inlet Region, Inc., CIRI, an Alaska Native Corporation.
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
0.727
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
6.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
59.8
Gunning-Fog Score
6.3
Coleman-Liau Index
11
SMOG Index
9.3
Automated Readability Index
3.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.2
Sprache Readability Score
3.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
23
Sprache Difficult Word Count
23
Frank Murkowski
The legislation ratifies an agreement reached between CIRI and the agencies after three years of negotiations and it covers the lands at the confluence of the Kenai and Russian Rivers in Alaska.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.60944
VADER
0.557
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
28.9
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
11
Sprache Difficult Word Count
11
Frank Murkowski
The area surrounding the confluence of the Russian and Kenai Rivers is rich in archaeological cultural features. It is also the site of perhaps the most heavily used public sports fishery in Alaska. Because of the archaeological resources at Russian River, Cook Inlet Region, Inc., made selections at Russian River under the section of the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act that allowed for selections of historical places and cemetery sites. The lands at the confluence are managed in part by the U.S. Forest Service and in part by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.
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
0.557
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
49.7
Gunning-Fog Score
10.1
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
11.1
Automated Readability Index
6.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.8
Sprache Readability Score
4.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
32
Sprache Difficult Word Count
30
Frank Murkowski
Seeking to protect the public's access to the sport fishery at Russian River, the two federal agencies and Cook Inlet Region, Inc., reached an agreement that requires the Federal legislation in order to become effective. Because this agreement provides for continuing ownership and management by the two Federal agencies of the vast majority of lands at Russian River, the public's right to continue fishing remains unchanged from its current status.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
3.21888
VADER
0.852
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
34.5
Gunning-Fog Score
16.8
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.4
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
32
Sprache Difficult Word Count
27
Frank Murkowski
I congratulate the U.S. Forest Service, the Fish and Wildlife Service and CIRI for finding a way to fulfill the intent of the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act in a way that fully protects the interests of the public. I also congratulate all three parties on reaching final accord on the longstanding unresolved issue of land ownership at Russian River.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.95551
VADER
0.949
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
55.4
Gunning-Fog Score
10
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
8.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.7
Sprache Readability Score
4.2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
19
Sprache Difficult Word Count
21
Paul Wellstone
Mr. President, I am introducing the Afghanistan Freedom and Reconstruction Act of 2001. This legislation is a comprehensive framework for U.S. bilateral and multilateral assistance for the humanitarian relief and long-term reconstruction and rehabilitation of Afghanistan. It is a companion to H.R. 3427, introduced by Representatives Lantos and Ackerman in the House.
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
0.852
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
32.2
Gunning-Fog Score
11.5
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
11.6
Automated Readability Index
7.5
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.4
Sprache Readability Score
3.2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
21
Sprache Difficult Word Count
21
Paul Wellstone
The last pockets of Taliban resistance are being routed, and the new interim administration of Afghanistan is set to assume power in Kabul in 2 days. Freedom is returning to Afghanistan. Its men and women are listening to music again and women are leaving their homes unescorted, cautiously optimistic about their future after enduring years of repressive rule.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.66667
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.66667
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.29928
VADER
0.625
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
34.1
Gunning-Fog Score
14.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.6
Sprache Readability Score
4.8
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
17
Sprache Difficult Word Count
22
Paul Wellstone
Now is the time for decisive action by Congress and by the administration to demonstrate to the people of Afghanistan and throughout the Muslim world that the war against the al-Qaida and the Taliban was neither a war against Muslims, nor against ordinary Afghans. The United States has led the effort to eliminate the terrorist network in Afghanistan, and now it must lead the peace effort by helping the Afghan people reclaim their country and rebuild their lives.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
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
0.165
Leans Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
31.8
Gunning-Fog Score
18.8
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
27
Paul Wellstone
The United States did not live up to its commitment to the Afghan people after the Soviets were defeated in the 1980s. I regret to say we walked away. If we break or commitment again, Afghanistan is likely to remain an isolated incubator of terrorist activities, and regional instability will continue. We would not now be focused on Afghanistan had the events of September 11 not occurred. Those horrific events have driven home the truth that the indivisibility of human security is not just an empty slogan, but a fact, which we ignore at our peril.
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
-0.792
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
44.6
Gunning-Fog Score
13.5
Coleman-Liau Index
11.3
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
29
Sprache Difficult Word Count
30
Paul Wellstone
The causes of the Afghan tragedy include nearly all the horrors that stalk failed states: meddling and invasion by neighboring states, internecine warfare leading to a takeover by brutal fanatics, oppression of a majority of the population, especially women and, finally, the Taliban's fateful decision to host international terrorists.
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 Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.6
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-1.22378
VADER
-0.971
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
0
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
10
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
25
Sprache Difficult Word Count
29
Paul Wellstone
The cures for Afghanistan's agony are less obvious, but one is clear. The rival political and ethnic groups must take advantage of the historic opportunity that emerged in Bonn and make a genuine commitment to the peaceful sharing of power. They must establish a government broad and effective enough to meet the basic needs of the people. The same narrow-minded factionalism that originally left the country vulnerable to backward mullahs, greedy warlords and predatory neighbors continues to pose a threat to the country now.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.14286
Leans Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.14286
Leans Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.25131
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.42857
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.42857
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.86904
VADER
0.937
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
38
Gunning-Fog Score
16
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
29
Sprache Difficult Word Count
36
Paul Wellstone
One other thing is clear: the United States must lead the international community in moving quickly and decisively in a long-term commitment to the reconstruction of Afghanistan. The people of Afghanistan have endured 23 years of war and misery. The conflict has threatened international stability and placed enormous burdens on the people's limited means. The Bush administration has said that it will not let Afghanistan descend into chaos. But, talk is not enough. We must act by committing significant resources. We must show Afghans that our commitments are not hollow. We must show genuine solidarity and real generosity now.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.33647
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.27444
VADER
-0.732
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
46.1
Gunning-Fog Score
11.8
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.3
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
31
Sprache Difficult Word Count
34
Paul Wellstone
It is time to reverse more than a decade of neglect. The United States, in partnership with the international community, must be willing to make a multi-year, multinational effort to rebuild Afghanistan. Current estimates of the cost of assisting Afghanistan range from $5 billion over 5 years to $40 billion over a decade. The United States should be the lead financial contributor to the rehabilitation and reconstruction effort in Afghanistan, and we believe should contribute as much as $5 billion to this effort over the next 5 years.
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)
0.63599
VADER
0.382
Somewhat Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
41.7
Gunning-Fog Score
15.2
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
29
Sprache Difficult Word Count
25
Paul Wellstone
The reconstruction effort must focus on education, particularly for girls, which has proven to give the greatest return for each assistance dollar. Creation of secular schools will help break the stranglehold of extremism and allow both boys and girls to make positive contributions to the development of their society. The effort must also focus on rebuilding basic infrastructure, repairing shattered bridges and roads, removing land mines, reconstructing irrigation systems and drilling wells. We must also rebuild the health infrastructure by establishing basic hospitals and village clinics.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.76471
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.76471
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.82455
VADER
0.908
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
28.6
Gunning-Fog Score
17.9
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
32
Sprache Difficult Word Count
32
Paul Wellstone
Over the past few months, I have held a series of hearings in the Senate Foreign Relations Committee's Subcommittee on Near Eastern and South Asia Affairs regarding the humanitarian and reconstruction needs of Afghanistan. Based on these hearings, I am convinced we must help the Afghan people live in a society where they can feed their children, live in safety and participate fully in their country's development regardless of gender, religious belief or ethnicity.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.61904
VADER
0.802
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
21.8
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
24
Sprache Difficult Word Count
29
Paul Wellstone
The Afghan Freedom and Reconstruction Act of 2001 does just that. That 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)
1.09861
VADER
0.637
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
2.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
89.6
Gunning-Fog Score
2.6
Coleman-Liau Index
10.4
SMOG Index
7.3
Automated Readability Index
2.8
Dale-Chall Readability Score
2.8
Sprache Readability Score
1.8
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
2
Sprache Difficult Word Count
4
Paul Wellstone
Expresses a sense of Congress on the U.S. policy towards Afghanistan, including promoting its independence, supporting a broad-based, multi- ethnic, gender-inclusive, fully representative government, and maintaining a significant U.S. commitment to the relief, rehabilitation and reconstruction of Afghanistan.
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
0.898
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
13
Gunning-Fog Score
15.7
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.3
Sprache Readability Score
3.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
21
Sprache Difficult Word Count
24
Paul Wellstone
Authorizes $400 million for humanitarian assistance to Afghanistan in fiscal year 03, including $75m for refugee assistance and $175m for food aid.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
23
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.8
Sprache Readability Score
4.1
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
8
Sprache Difficult Word Count
9
Paul Wellstone
Authorizes such sums as may be necessary for a multinational security force in Afghanistan, in fiscal year 02 and fiscal year 03.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.51083
VADER
0.34
Somewhat Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
38.4
Gunning-Fog Score
14.3
Coleman-Liau Index
11.5
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.8
Sprache Readability Score
4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
8
Sprache Difficult Word Count
8
Paul Wellstone
Authorizes $1.175 billion for rehabilitation and reconstruction assistance for fiscal years 2002-2006, to be distributed by USAID, with conditions for each year to ensure that benchmarks laid out in the December 5, 2001, Bonn Agreement between the various Afghan factions are being met; assistance for agriculture, health care, education, vocational training, disarmament and demobilization, and anticorruption and good governance programs; a special emphasis on assistance to women and girls; a report on assistance actually provided; and authority to provide some of this assistance through a multilateral fund and/or international foundation.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.88889
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.88889
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.45674
VADER
0.931
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
38
Paul Wellstone
Authorizes the President to furnish such sums as may be necessary to finance a multilateral fund or international foundation, to assist in security, rehabilitation, and reconstruction efforts in Afghanistan, as described above.
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
0.34
Somewhat Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
0
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
9.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
16
Sprache Difficult Word Count
17
Paul Wellstone
Authorizes $60 million for Democracy and human rights initiatives for FY02 through FY04.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.94591
VADER
0
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
37.5
Gunning-Fog Score
11.4
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.9
Sprache Readability Score
2.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
6
Sprache Difficult Word Count
6
Paul Wellstone
Authorizes $62.5 for a contribution to the U.N. Drug Control Program for FY02 through FY04 to reduce or eliminate the trafficking of illicit drugs in Afghanistan.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.51083
VADER
0
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
7.6
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
56.7
Gunning-Fog Score
9.5
Coleman-Liau Index
11.4
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
4.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8
Sprache Readability Score
2.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
13
Sprache Difficult Word Count
11
Paul Wellstone
Authorizes $65 million for a new secure diplomatic facility in Afghanistan.
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
0.34
Somewhat Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
3.4
Gunning-Fog Score
15.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.2
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.7
Sprache Readability Score
2.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
5
Sprache Difficult Word Count
6
Paul Wellstone
The legislation's message is simple: the United States is not only a great Nation, but a generous Nation. We keep our word, and stand ready to match our words with our actions. We must not turn our backs again on the people of Afghanistan.
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
0.849
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
7.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
68.9
Gunning-Fog Score
8.6
Coleman-Liau Index
9.5
SMOG Index
10.6
Automated Readability Index
6.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
3.2
Sprache Readability Score
3.3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
7
Sprache Difficult Word Count
10
Chris Dodd
Mr. President, today I am introducing legislation along with my friend and colleague from Georgia, Senator Miller, to help individuals whose personal time is interrupted by the constant annoyance of telephone solicitors. Our bill, modeled after a Connecticut statute, would require the Federal Trade Commission to establish a "no-call" list of consumers who do not wish to receive unsolicited telemarketing calls.
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
0.227
Slightly Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
22.1
Gunning-Fog Score
16
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.1
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
24
Sprache Difficult Word Count
27
Chris Dodd
A Department of Labor survey reports that 84 percent of Americans would trade income for more free time. People want to spend more time in the evening with their families, whether it be sitting down to dinner together, relaxing in front of the television, helping children with homework, or catching up with household chores. I suspect most people do not want to be inconvenienced with intrusive, unsolicited telemarketing calls during the evening or anytime throughout the day.
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
0.789
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
39.1
Gunning-Fog Score
17
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.4
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
20
Sprache Difficult Word Count
26
Chris Dodd
Telemarketing revenue increased from $492.3 billion in 1998 to $585.9 billion in 2000, which translates into millions of phone calls every year. While many sales pitches are made on behalf of legitimate organizations and businesses, consumers still lose more than $40 billion a year to fraudulent sales of goods and services over the telephone. It is time to empower consumers with the ability to stop most unsolicited calls, legitimate or otherwise, from entering their homes and disturbing their lives.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.6
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
-0.791
Very Negative
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
5.1
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
19
Sprache Difficult Word Count
23
Chris Dodd
In Connecticut, people now have the right to place their name on a "do not call" list and more than 225,000 households have contacted the Department on Consumer Protection to take advantage of the new law. All telemarketers are required to consult that list and are prohibited from contacting households on the list. Other states, including Alabama, Alaska, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Kentucky, Missouri, New York, North Carolina, Oregon, and Tennessee, have enacted similar laws.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.71429
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.71429
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.46634
VADER
0.25
Slightly Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
30.8
Gunning-Fog Score
15.4
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
28
Sprache Difficult Word Count
29
Chris Dodd
States are taking this action because a 1994 Federal law to curb unsolicited telemarketing, while a good beginning, has not fully succeeded in protecting families' privacy. In fact, individual consumers must keep track of every telemarketer they have contacted to determine if a solicitation call was made in violation. There are numerous exemptions to the Federal law, as well, as because there are no penalties for calls made in "error," it has proved difficult to enforce.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0
VADER
-0.736
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
28.6
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
24
Sprache Difficult Word Count
28
Chris Dodd
Direct Marketing Association members do not oppose the Connecticut law. It is their belief that consumers placing their name on a list would never buy a product from a telemarketer anyway, and thus the list saves telemarketers time and resources.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.66667
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.66667
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.29928
VADER
0
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
40.6
Gunning-Fog Score
13
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.7
Sprache Readability Score
4.3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
12
Sprache Difficult Word Count
15
Chris Dodd
Our legislation would take much of the burden off of consumers. At the same time, a comprehensive and universal law actually could help telemarketers by streamlining the process. The legislation we are introducing today would require the Federal Trade Commission to establish a "no sales solicitation calls" listing of consumers who do not wish to receive unsolicited calls. Although certain types of calls would be exempt, including calls from any company with whom a consumer currently does business, non-profits looking for donations, pollsters, and those publishing telephone directories, a violation of the "no call" list would be deemed an unfair or deceptive trade practice and the telemarketer could be fined.
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
-0.784
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
29.3
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
39
Sprache Difficult Word Count
39
Chris Dodd
I urge my colleagues to cosponsor this important consumer legislation and I ask 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)
1.60944
VADER
0
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
44.5
Gunning-Fog Score
17.9
Coleman-Liau Index
11.7
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.6
Sprache Readability Score
3.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
6
Sprache Difficult Word Count
8
Chris Dodd
I think the chair and 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
7.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
76.2
Gunning-Fog Score
9.7
Coleman-Liau Index
7.7
SMOG Index
9
Automated Readability Index
6.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.3
Sprache Readability Score
3.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
4
Sprache Difficult Word Count
6
Paul Wellstone
Mr. President, today I introduce, on behalf of myself and Senators DeWine, Dayton, Specter, Mukulski and Bayh the "Emergency Steel Loan Guarantee Amendments of 2001." These amendments to the Steel Loan Guarantee Act of 1999 are designed to make the loan guarantee program more accessible to companies in urgent need of assistance as they attempt to recover from the devastating impacts of enormous, unfair import surges, as well as the effects of the current recession.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.375
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.375
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.7376
VADER
-0.732
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
39.3
Gunning-Fog Score
15.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
31
Sprache Difficult Word Count
32
Paul Wellstone
A strong domestic steel industry is essential to our national security. To ensure the continuing viability of this critical industry and to deal with the current crisis, we must act quickly, and we must act comprehensively.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.22378
VADER
0.494
Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
35.8
Gunning-Fog Score
18.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.6
Sprache Readability Score
4.1
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
13
Sprache Difficult Word Count
15
Paul Wellstone
First, the Administration must provide immediate and decisive strong relief in the pending Section 201 steel import surge investigation. That relief needs to include substantial tariffs as well as quotas.
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
0.923
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
39.3
Gunning-Fog Score
11.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.6
Sprache Readability Score
3.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
15
Sprache Difficult Word Count
15
Paul Wellstone
Second, we need a formula for industry-wide sharing of the huge retiree health-care cost burdens resulting from the massive layoffs during the 1970's and 1980's. We must protect retirees health care needs without undermining the ability of companies attempting to compete in an increasingly challenging marketplace. Several colleagues and I have previously introduced legislation to accomplish this, and we have urged the Administration to support us in this effort as past of a comprehensive solution to the steel crisis we face today.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.4
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.4
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.80235
VADER
0.915
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
29.4
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
31
Sprache Difficult Word Count
32
Paul Wellstone
Finally, companies urgently need access to capital to sustain their operations. This is precisely what the Emergency Steel Loan Guarantee Act of 1999 was designed to insure. The tireless efforts and foresight of Senator Byrd led to the creation of the Emergency Steel Loan Guarantee Board in 1999, but since then massive import surges, the current economic downturn and apparently overly-restrictive interpretations of the Board's authority have made it all but impossible for struggling steel firms to meet the Board's eligibility criteria.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.47368
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.47368
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.9694
VADER
-0.511
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
27.9
Gunning-Fog Score
17.8
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
34
Sprache Difficult Word Count
37
Paul Wellstone
The bill we introduce today is designed to address these concerns. It provides the Board with the necessary flexibility to provide these essential loan guarantees. In particular, the bill would do the following: 1. Clarify that a company that has placed its facilities on "hot idle status" is eligible to receive a loan guarantee. 2. Increase the amount of loans guaranteed with respect to a single qualified steel company to $350,000,000. 3. Permit the Steel Loan Guarantee Board to guarantee a loan where there is a fair likelihood of repayment, assuming vigorous and timely enforcement of our trade laws and general economic prosperity. 4. Provide flexibility to the Board in structuring security arrangements to maximize participation of lenders. 5. Expand the scope of lenders permitted to participate in a loan subject to the guarantee to include public and private institutions, including the company's existing lenders. 6. Require the Board to adopt form of guarantee regulations no less favorable than those used in other government programs, including the Export-Import bank. 7. Include as a requirement for loan guarantees that the company's business plan maximize both retention of jobs and capacity consistent with the long- term economic viability of the company. 8. Increase the loan guarantee level for all loans to 95 percent.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.8473
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.7619
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.7619
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.91959
VADER
0.98
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
49.3
Gunning-Fog Score
14.7
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
8.3
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.3
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
78
Sprache Difficult Word Count
77
Paul Wellstone
The recent economic conditions facing the U.s. iron ore and steel industry are of particular concern in Minnesota. We are extremely proud of our State's history as the Nation's largest producer of iron ore. The taconite mines on the Iron Range in Minnesota and in our sister State of Michigan have provided key raw materials to the Nation's steel producers for over a century.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.42857
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.42857
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.78846
VADER
0.521
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
47.9
Gunning-Fog Score
12.6
Coleman-Liau Index
11.8
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
7.2
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.7
Sprache Readability Score
4.3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
21
Sprache Difficult Word Count
25
Paul Wellstone
You will not find a harder-working, more committed group of workers anywhere in this country than you find in the iron ore and taconite industry. This is a group of people who work under the toughest of conditions, are absolutely committed to their families, and who now face dire circumstances, through no fault of their own. Unfairly traded iron ore, semi-finished steel and finished steel products are taking their jobs.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.58779
VADER
-0.538
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
52.1
Gunning-Fog Score
16.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
17
Sprache Difficult Word Count
22
Paul Wellstone
Earlier this year, LTV Steel Mining Company halted production at its Hoyt Lakes, MN mine, leaving 1,400 workers out of good paying jobs and affecting nearly 5,000 additional workers. We need to act and we need to act now. Workers in the steel, iron ore and taconite industries want nothing more than the chance to do their jobs. The bill we introduce today is one part of the answer. I urge my colleagues to join with me in moving this legislation as quickly as possible.
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
0.771
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
7.7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
70.5
Gunning-Fog Score
11.1
Coleman-Liau Index
9.1
SMOG Index
11.7
Automated Readability Index
7.2
Dale-Chall Readability Score
3.8
Sprache Readability Score
4.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
16
Sprache Difficult Word Count
26
Mike DeWine
Mr. President, I rise today with my colleague and friend from Minnesota, Senator Wellstone, to introduce the Emergency Steel Loan Guarantee Amendments Act. This legislation would improve the Emergency Steel Loan Guarantee program.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.58779
VADER
0.599
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
39.3
Gunning-Fog Score
6.8
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.5
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.2
Sprache Readability Score
3.3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
14
Sprache Difficult Word Count
16
Mike DeWine
Our steel industry is on the brink of financial collapse because of unfair and illegal trade practices. To date, some 25 U.S. steel companies, including LTV Steel in Cleveland, Ohio, have filed bankruptcy. These companies employ thousands of workers and are responsible for providing benefits to their retirees. If our steel industry goes under, the consequences to our nation, and particularly Ohio, would be grave. Steel is vitally important to our military and economic security. During times of crisis, the industry has been a source of strength for America. With our economy sputtering and our nation fighting a new war on terrorism, we need a healthy steel industry now more than ever.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.42857
Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.42857
Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.78846
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.16667
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.16667
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.32277
VADER
-0.926
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
47.4
Gunning-Fog Score
14.2
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
8.2
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
37
Sprache Difficult Word Count
39
Mike DeWine
In 1998, more than 41 million tons of steel found their way to U.S. markets. This was an 83 percent increase over the 23 million net ton average for the previous eight years. While in 1999 some claimed that the steel import crisis was over, they were soon reminded how volatile the situation really is. In 2000, 37.8 million tons of steel flooded U.S. markets. This was almost as high as the record 1998 import levels.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0
VADER
-0.422
Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
3.2
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
87.4
Gunning-Fog Score
8.1
Coleman-Liau Index
7.2
SMOG Index
9
Automated Readability Index
1.3
Dale-Chall Readability Score
2.9
Sprache Readability Score
3.2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
12
Sprache Difficult Word Count
18
Mike DeWine
For almost 50 years, foreign steel producers have received direct and often illegal assistance from their governments in the form of subsidies or market intervention. This has contributed to a worldwide over production of steel. In 1999, the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development, OECD, found that world steel making capacity remained "well-above" production between 1985 and 1999. Much of this excess steel has been shipped to the United States and priced well below U.S. steel. In some cases, these imports were dumped, subsidized, and shipped in such increased quantities as to inflict serious financial harm to U.S. producers.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.19722
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.65393
VADER
-0.625
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
7.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
58.5
Gunning-Fog Score
10.8
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
8
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
32
Sprache Difficult Word Count
36
Mike DeWine
As a key supporter of the Emergency Steel Loan Guarantee program, I believe that we must modify the program to make it work better. It is true that we have changed it this year; extending its life and increasing the portion of the loan covered by the guarantee from 85 percent to in some cases 95 percent. However, we need to do more. The Wellstone/DeWine legislation would clarify that a company, such as LTV, which has placed its facilities on "hot idle status" is eligible to receive a loan guarantee. It would also increase the amount of loans guaranteed with respect to a single qualified steel company to $350,000,000; permit the Steel Loan Guarantee Board to guarantee a loan where there is a fair likelihood of repayment, assuming vigorous and timely enforcement of our trade laws and general economic prosperity; provide flexibility to the Board in structuring security arrangements to maximize participation of lenders; expand the scope of lenders permitted to participate in a loan subject to the guarantee to include public and private institutions, including the company's existing lenders; require the Board to adopt a form of guarantee regulations no less favorable than those used in other government programs, including the Export-Import bank, and; increase the loan guarantee level for all loans to 95 percent.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.65714
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.65714
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.51259
VADER
0.986
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
23
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
74
Sprache Difficult Word Count
75
Mike DeWine
We in the steel community are grateful for the President's leadership in initiating the Section 201 trade investigation, and we were generally pleased with the International Trade Commission's recommendations. I was pleased to see the Customs Service proceeding in a timely manner with the release of dumping and subsidy offset payments to the victims of illegal trade practices, including LTV, under the Continued Dumping and Subsidy Offset Act. However, without these changes to the Emergency Steel Loan program, many of our steel companies will not survive. We have an opportunity to send a powerful message to the world that America is standing by our steel industry in its time of need just as the industry has stood by America in her time of need.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.25131
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.48148
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.48148
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.00552
VADER
0.318
Somewhat Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
32.1
Gunning-Fog Score
17.9
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
38
Sprache Difficult Word Count
40
Chris Dodd
Mr. President, I rise today to introduce two bills that will help address a growing problem in America, our ability to provide safe and affordable housing that meets the needs of older Americans. Currently there are 35 million Americans over 65 years old. That number will double within the next thirty years. By 2030, 20 percent of the U.S. population will be over 65 years old.
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)
0.61904
VADER
0.735
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
5.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
69.6
Gunning-Fog Score
7.4
Coleman-Liau Index
9.8
SMOG Index
9.7
Automated Readability Index
3.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.7
Sprache Readability Score
3.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
18
Sprache Difficult Word Count
21
Chris Dodd
Both of the bills that I am introducing will promote the development of assisted living programs to provide a wide range of services, including medical assistance, housekeeping services, hygiene and grooming, and meals preparation. Providing these services will in turn give older Americans greater opportunities to decide for themselves where they live and how they exercise their independence.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.63599
VADER
0.772
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
19.9
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.4
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
22
Sprache Difficult Word Count
26
Chris Dodd
The first bill I am introducing is the "Elderly Plus Supportive Health Support Demonstration Act," which will provide Federal grants to allow public housing authorities around the country to develop new strategies for providing better housing for senior citizens. Nearly one third of all public housing units are occupied by senior citizens. This figure has been steadily growing in recent years and will undoubtedly continue to grow in the future. It is critically important that we remain committed to providing low-income seniors with safe and affordable housing.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.86667
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.86667
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.26868
VADER
0.948
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
30.7
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
32
Sprache Difficult Word Count
33
Chris Dodd
Unfortunately, as we examine the public housing stock across the country, we find a bleak situation. Over 66 percent of existing public housing units are more than 30 years old and most are not designed to meet the needs of older Americans. For example, too few of our housing units are equipped with equipment and features that facilitate mobility for those in wheelchairs. Even such simple things as having a kitchen counter top that can be reached from a wheelchair may make the difference between a senior being able to stay in her home or having to leave, often to be sent to an institution where seniors have less independence and control over their lives. The "Elder Housing Plus Health Support Demonstration Act" will give public housing authorities the tools they need to improve our public housing stock so our seniors will not be prematurely forced out of their homes.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.8473
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.65393
VADER
0.734
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
45.5
Gunning-Fog Score
16
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
40
Sprache Difficult Word Count
43
Chris Dodd
The second bill that I am introducing is the "Assisted Living Tax Credit Act," which will provide a tax incentive to help construct assisted living housing for low- and moderate-income Americans. The current stock of assisted living facilities is inadequate to meet demand in certain places around the country and the stock of moderately-priced units is even tighter. The demand for assisted living units will only increase as our population ages and this highly desired housing choice should be available to all Americans. The "Assisted Living Tax Credit Act" will help make assisted living arrangements available to those who have previously been priced out of the market.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.65217
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.65217
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.46634
VADER
0.866
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
33.3
Gunning-Fog Score
16.4
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
36
Sprache Difficult Word Count
31
Chris Dodd
The scarceness of affordable assisted living units has social costs that we must consider as we set national housing policies for the future. Often, the cost of taking care of an aging family member can be devastating to American families. Too often, working men and women are torn between the need to maintain their jobs and the desire to provide the best possible care to their aging family members.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.11111
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.11111
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.20067
VADER
0.791
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
44.9
Gunning-Fog Score
15
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
17
Sprache Difficult Word Count
24
Chris Dodd
Advances in medicine are allowing us to live longer, healthier lives. Longevity is a great blessing, but it also poses significant challenges for individuals, families, and society as whole. One of the largest challenges we will face in the decades ahead is the challenge of defining new kinds of housing that respond to the needs of our growing elderly population.
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
0.85
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
39.9
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
4.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
21
Sprache Difficult Word Count
22
Chris Dodd
It is my hope that the bills I am introducing today will generate earnest discussion on these important matters and will ultimately lead to action to ensure that every American senior can live in security and dignity.
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)
2.83321
VADER
0.93
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
16.1
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
11
Sprache Difficult Word Count
13
Chris Dodd
I ask unanimous consent that the text of the "Elderly Housing Plus Health Support Demonstration Act" be printed in the Record. I also ask unanimous consent that the "Assisted Living Tax Credit Act" be printed in the Record.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.71429
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.71429
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.46634
VADER
0.818
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
49.5
Gunning-Fog Score
9.7
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.8
Sprache Readability Score
4.2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
14
Sprache Difficult Word Count
15
Olympia J. Snowe
Mr. President, I rise today to introduce legislation intended to correct serious inequities created by existing statutes affecting owners, financing agencies, and low-income residents participating in one of HUD's Section 8 multifamily rental subsidy programs.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.66667
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.66667
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.29928
VADER
0.178
Leans Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
7.6
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
10
Sprache Readability Score
4.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
21
Sprache Difficult Word Count
25
Olympia J. Snowe
I have worked closely with the Maine Congressional Delegation on this matter, as well as the Maine State Housing Authority and several housing projects in Maine, and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development -- HUD. At issue is HUD's interpretation of Section 524 of the Multifamily Assisted Housing Reform and Affordability Act of 1997 as it relates to the renewal of Section 8 "moderate rehabilitation" contracts in Maine and elsewhere.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.56495
VADER
0.34
Somewhat Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
40.5
Gunning-Fog Score
11.1
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
32
Sprache Difficult Word Count
27
Olympia J. Snowe
The effect of HUD's interpretation of current law results in the application of HUD "published Fair Market Rents." Such rents are often well below the actual comparable market rent. If this problem is not addressed, and addressed soon, I am very concerned that we could lose this affordable rental housing stock in Maine, resulting in the displacement of the residents of these properties.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.58779
VADER
0.178
Leans Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
52.6
Gunning-Fog Score
14.7
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
22
Sprache Difficult Word Count
25
Olympia J. Snowe
The Maine Delegation worked with HUD over the last year to try to identify an administrative solution to this problem, but have been advised by HUD that we must pursue a change in law to enable the projects to obtain reimbursements at a level sufficient to sustain operations. Accordingly, the legislation I am introducing today will correct the portion of the statute that could result in the loss of this critical housing stock.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.6
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
-0.318
Somewhat Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
30.7
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
27
Sprache Difficult Word Count
29
Olympia J. Snowe
The program involved is the Section 8 Moderate Rehabilitation program, which is administered by local and state housing agencies throughout the nation. Existing law, contained in Section 524 of the Multifamily Assisted Housing Reform and Affordability Act of 1997, as amended -- MAHRA -- regarding renewal of expiring project-based Section 8 contracts, treats contracts under the Moderate Rehabilitation Program in a fundamentally different way from contracts under the New Construction, Substantial Rehabilitation, and Loan Management Set-Aside programs.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.8473
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.71429
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.71429
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.60944
VADER
0.202
Slightly Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
0
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
10
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
40
Sprache Difficult Word Count
35
Olympia J. Snowe
Section 524(b)(3) of MAHRA provides a separate and distinct formula for calculating renewal rents for expiring contracts under the Moderate Rehabilitation program. The formula is more restrictive than the formula applicable to expiring contracts under other Section 8 programs, based on an assumption that the debt service payments on the original moderate rehabilitation financing would not be a continuing obligation of the project owner after expiration of the original subsidy contract.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.8473
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.71429
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.71429
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.60944
VADER
0.273
Slightly Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
1.7
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
34
Sprache Difficult Word Count
29
Olympia J. Snowe
The assumption was correct as to many projects under the Moderate Rehabilitation program, but it is not true as to some significant projects serving particularly vulnerable populations, including two very important community projects located in Maine, which I will describe later.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
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
0.067
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
0
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
17
Sprache Difficult Word Count
17
Olympia J. Snowe
Perhaps an even greater concern than the formula itself, however, is a ruling by HUD's Office of General Counsel that Section 524(b)(3) presents the exclusive method for renewal of expiring contracts under the Moderate Rehabilitation program. In order to appreciate the drastic and problematic results of this opinion, it is necessary to understand the relationship between the Section 8 renewal legislation and the Mark-to-Market program, also enacted by MAHRA.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.58779
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.99853
VADER
0.422
Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
13.3
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
28
Sprache Difficult Word Count
30
Olympia J. Snowe
According to HUD, housing subsidy contracts are expiring on thousands of privately owned multifamily properties with federally insured mortgages. Many of these contracts set rents at amounts higher than those of the local market. As these subsidy contracts expire, the Mark- to-Market program will reduce rents to market levels and will restructure existing debt to levels supportable by these rents.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.19722
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.19722
VADER
-0.361
Somewhat Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
37.8
Gunning-Fog Score
15.3
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
27
Olympia J. Snowe
The basic principle of this integrated legislative structure is that for projects financed by FHA-insured mortgages, expiring Section 8 contracts which are subsidizing rents higher than market rents in the area will be renewed at rents reduced to a level not higher than the market rents. Where this reduced rent will not support debt service on the FHA-insured mortgage, the mortgage will be restructured pursuant to Mark-to-Market. The basic tradeoff is that while the Federal Government may bear some cost in the FHA insurance fund, it will be a lesser cost than continuing to subsidize above-market rents.
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)
0.99853
VADER
-0.015
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
40.4
Gunning-Fog Score
18.7
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
37
Sprache Difficult Word Count
34
Olympia J. Snowe
However, not all Section 8 projects are financed by FHA-insured mortgages. Many, instead, are financed by State housing agency bond- financed mortgages without FHA insurance, and some are even conventionally financed. The legislation provides, therefore, for an important "exception" to the requirement that rents be reduced upon renewal to market rents. Under Sections 524(b)(1) and (2), Section 8 contracts for "exception" projects -- which are principally projects not eligible for Mark-to-Market because their mortgages are not FHA- insured -- may be renewed at rents not exceeding the lower of current rents, as adjusted by an operating cost adjustment factor, and a "budget-based rent" approved by HUD, notwithstanding that such rents may exceed market rents in the area.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.8
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.8
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.84583
VADER
0.606
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
34.2
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
49
Sprache Difficult Word Count
40
Olympia J. Snowe
The effect of the HUD ruling that Section 524(b)(3) provides the exclusive authority for renewing expiring contracts in the Moderate Rehabilitation program is that "exception" project treatment under Section 524(b)(1) and (2) is made unavailable for Moderate Rehabilitation projects. The irony of this is that while the majority of Section 8 New Construction and Substantial Rehabilitation projects, and of course all Loan Management Set-Aside projects, are financed by FHA-insured mortgages -- and therefore non-insured projects are truly the "exception" under those programs -- the opposite is true in the Moderate Rehabilitation program.
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)
1.48808
VADER
0.796
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
5.9
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
44
Sprache Difficult Word Count
33
Olympia J. Snowe
Information provided by HUD indicates that not more than approximately 13 percent of all units ever subsidized under the Moderate Rehabilitation program were in projects financed by FHA- insured mortgages. Non-insured mortgages, therefore, were the rule, not the exception, in the Moderate Rehabilitation program.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.94444
VADER
0
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
16.7
Gunning-Fog Score
16.1
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
9.5
Sprache Readability Score
4.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
24
Sprache Difficult Word Count
19
Olympia J. Snowe
The impact of this circumstance is well illustrated by two projects in Maine, both of which represent vital community resources for highly vulnerable low-income populations.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.94591
VADER
0.282
Slightly 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
8.6
Sprache Readability Score
4.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
12
Sprache Difficult Word Count
13
Olympia J. Snowe
Loring House is a 104-unit development in Portland. The building originally was the Portland City Hospital, which was closed by the City in the early 1980s. It was converted to a residential facility for elderly and handicapped residents with significant public participation and support, including tax-exempt bond first mortgage financing by the Maine State Housing Authority, Moderate Rehabilitation Section 8 rental subsidies from the Portland and Westbrook public housing authorities, and second mortgage operating deficit financing by the Portland Housing Development Corporation.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.42857
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.42857
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.8473
VADER
0.273
Slightly Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
9.2
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
9.1
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
41
Sprache Difficult Word Count
37
Olympia J. Snowe
The Loring House Section 8 contract expired in stages commencing December 31, 2000. The Loring House mortgage financing is not FHA- insured, but based on the HUD opinion I described, "exception" project treatment was denied. Under the Section 524(b)(3) formula, the Section 8 contract rents were reduced approximately 14 percent on renewal -- this notwithstanding that the project was already incurring substantial operating deficits, supported by public operating deficit financing, even under the previous rents. The ultimate financial risk on this development is borne by the Maine State Housing Authority.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.19722
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.27273
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.27273
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.51083
VADER
-0.665
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
34.1
Gunning-Fog Score
18.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
9.1
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
46
Sprache Difficult Word Count
42
Olympia J. Snowe
Loring House is an important community resource aside from the substantial public stake in its financing. Since 1985, the resident population has undergone a significant transformation, attributable largely to deinstitutionalization of two state mental institutions and concentration of State-supported comprehensive mental health services in the Portland area.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.8
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.8
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.84583
VADER
0.66
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
0.9
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.4
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
22
Sprache Difficult Word Count
26
Olympia J. Snowe
It is estimated that currently 70 percent of the tenant population are impacted by mental health, mental retardation and/or substance abuse issues. This change in population served has increased the total independence of the project on project-based assistance if it is to continue to serve this population. The only feasible avenue to financial survival of this facility, much less to its continued ability to serve its special population, is availability of "exception" project treatment.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.44444
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.44444
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.89794
VADER
0.226
Slightly Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
20.8
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
36
Sprache Difficult Word Count
31
Olympia J. Snowe
Maison Marcotte is a 128-unit congregate care facility located in Lewiston. The building was built originally in the 1920s as a nursing home on a health care campus owned by the Sisters of Charity Health System.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.83321
VADER
0.848
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
50.9
Gunning-Fog Score
11.7
Coleman-Liau Index
10.6
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.5
Sprache Readability Score
4.2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
13
Sprache Difficult Word Count
16
Olympia J. Snowe
Following construction of a new nursing home on the campus in the early 1980s, the Health System ground leased the former nursing home to a for-profit development group which renovated the facility into several discrete uses, including a kitchen and cafeteria facility for the health care campus, a wing of physician offices, and 128 one- bedroom congregate care units. The renovation was assisted by a 110- unit Moderate Rehabilitation award by the Lewiston Housing Authority; 18 units are private-pay.
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)
3.7612
VADER
0.881
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
14.3
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
30
Sprache Difficult Word Count
29
Olympia J. Snowe
A nonprofit subsidiary of Sisters of Charity Health System took over possession and operation of the facility following a Chapter 11 reorganization of the for-profit developer in the late 1980s. The bank debt on the facility was refinanced in 1993 by a tax-exempt bond financed first mortgage loan made by the Maine State Housing Authority which matures in 2023. The mortgage financing is not FHA-insured. The Moderate Rehabilitation HAP Contract expires October 31, 2001.
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
0.153
Leans Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
42.3
Gunning-Fog Score
13.4
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
32
Sprache Difficult Word Count
35
Olympia J. Snowe
The current Moderate Rehabilitation contract rents for the one- bedroom units are substantially lower than the private-pay rents for similar units in the facility. Nevertheless, contract renewal pursuant to the existing Section 524(b)(3) formula would result in a 20-percent rent reduction, which clearly would threaten survival of the project. The financial risk, again, is borne solely by the Maine State Housing Authority.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.75
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.75
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.60944
VADER
-0.488
Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
37.1
Gunning-Fog Score
15.5
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
32
Sprache Difficult Word Count
33
Olympia J. Snowe
The property might appear to have the option of opting out and converting to all private-pay units at the higher rental, but that is not the desire of the nonprofit operator nor would it be consistent with the low-income use restrictions arising from the tax-exempt bond issue. The only feasible outcome for this facility which would permit continuance of its commitment to very low-income elderly residents is renewal at "exception rent" pursuant to Section 524(b)(1).
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.53846
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.53846
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0.393
Somewhat Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
27.9
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
11.7
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
28
Sprache Difficult Word Count
33
Olympia J. Snowe
I find it inconceivable that Congress consciously intended to impose the financial impact of Section 8 rent reductions in cases such as these onto State housing finance agencies. I also have no reason to think that the circumstances of these two projects, in which state housing agencies have undertaken the financing risk of long-term mortgages backed by short-term rental subsidy contracts because of the important public purposes of the projects, are unique to the State of Maine.
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
-0.557
Very Negative
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
7.8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
29
Sprache Difficult Word Count
31
Olympia J. Snowe
The legislation I am introducing today, therefore, would correct this inequity by simply striking subsection (b)(3) of Section 524. Under this legislation, the renewal of expiring contracts in the Moderate Rehabilitation program would be governed by the same renewal rent provisions as are applicable to expiring contracts in the New Construction and Substantial Rehabilitation programs, including the availability of "exception" project rents where the project financing is not FHA-insured.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.63636
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.63636
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.335
VADER
0.202
Slightly Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
5.2
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
9.1
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
33
Sprache Difficult Word Count
28
Olympia J. Snowe
Finally, the legislation would also strike one other current provision of the Section 8 renewal legislation which singles out Moderate Rehabilitation projects for unfavorable treatment and, more importantly, excludes Moderate Rehabilitation projects from the important policy preference for encouraging Section 8 project owners to continue their participation in the program and thereby maintain the availability of the units for low-income occupancy.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.53846
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.53846
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0.74
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
30
Sprache Difficult Word Count
26
Olympia J. Snowe
An essential tool for the preservation program, as strengthened by amendments to MAHRA enacted in 1999, is the ability to permit Section 8 owners currently receiving below-market rents under expiring contracts to receive rent increases upon renewal up to the level of market rents in the area, in exchange for a commitment to remain in the program for not less than an additional 5 years. Expiring contracts under the Moderate Rehabilitation program were excluded from this authority. However, from the standpoint of lower-income families needing subsidized housing opportunities in their communities, I believe the preservation of units which happen to be subsidized under the Moderate Rehabilitation program is no less vital than preservation of units under other subdivisions of the Section 8 program.
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
0.768
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
8.9
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
48
Sprache Difficult Word Count
44
Olympia J. Snowe
The Section 8 Moderate Rehabilitation program, while relatively small in comparison to the New Construction or Substantial Rehabilitation programs, is nevertheless widespread throughout the nation, in both large and small communities. It also has suffered a marked attrition of units, presumably due in large part to owner opt-outs in recent years. Information provided by HUD indicates that out of the total of approximately 120,000 units that we assisted under the Moderate Rehabilitation program, 52,000 units remained in the program in May 2000.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.84615
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.84615
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.12026
VADER
-0.34
Somewhat Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
25.8
Gunning-Fog Score
17
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
36
Sprache Difficult Word Count
30
Olympia J. Snowe
HUD information also indicated that 113 separate housing agencies in 42 States across the nation plus Puerto Rico, including State as well as local agencies, had 100 or more units under contract in May 2000. Since many if not most Moderate Rehabilitation project owners receive rents under their original contracts that are lower than market rents, it cannot be doubted that the ability to receive market rents could encourage many owners to remain in the program and to continue to provide affordable housing opportunities for their communities.
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
0.867
Very Positive
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
7.8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
31
Sprache Difficult Word Count
34
Olympia J. Snowe
Accordingly, the legislation I am introducing today would also strike the current exclusion of contracts under the Moderate Rehabilitation program from the ability to receive renewal rents increased to market rent levels.
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
0.178
Leans 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
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
13
Sprache Difficult Word Count
15
Olympia J. Snowe
The overall effect of my legislation is to place expiring contracts under the Moderate Rehabilitation program on an equal footing with other expiring Section 8 contracts having similar characteristics in terms of comparison of contract rents with market rents and in terms of financing source -- HUD-insured or non-insured.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.8473
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.3979
VADER
0
Neutral
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
9.1
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
21
Sprache Difficult Word Count
22
Olympia J. Snowe
I believe that preservation of these critical housing units is an imperative to my constituents and the communities I represent, as well as communities and projects elsewhere. As such, I urge my colleagues to join me in supporting this important legislation.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
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
0.599
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
29.2
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.4
Sprache Readability Score
4.3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
14
Sprache Difficult Word Count
14
Orrin Hatch
Mr. President, I wish to introduce companion measures to two House bills that would end the barring of the spouses of `E' and `L' nonimmigrant visa holders from work authorization while they are in the United States. The House of Representatives passed H.R. 2277 and H.R. 2278 with broad bipartisan support earlier this year and the Senate Judiciary Committee approved the House versions of both bills by unanimous consent earlier today.
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
0.898
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
7.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
60.7
Gunning-Fog Score
9.1
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
11
Automated Readability Index
6.2
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.9
Sprache Readability Score
4.3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
25
Sprache Difficult Word Count
29
Orrin Hatch
The companion to H.R. 2277 amends the Immigration and Nationality Act to authorize the husbands and wives of treaty traders or treaty investors working in the United States, or E visa holders, to work themselves. The companion to H.R. 2278 is very similar, granting employment authorization to the spouses of intracompany transfers, or L visa holders. This measure would also allow individuals to apply for L visas after six months, rather than one year, of employment with the company with which they are working in the United States. I believe that both of these bills are very reasonable and deserve the support of the Senate.
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)
3.29584
VADER
0.895
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
54.9
Gunning-Fog Score
9.8
Coleman-Liau Index
11.9
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
7.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.2
Sprache Readability Score
4.8
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
31
Sprache Difficult Word Count
31
Orrin Hatch
Both pieces of legislation would end practices that deserve change as they currently stand. It is not right to force one spouse in a family to forgo employment simply because the other is working in the United States. Granting employment authorization to the spouses of E and L visa recipients makes it easier for foreign countries and multinational companies to persuade highly qualified employees, who are used to having both spouses actively employed, to relocate to the United States.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.99853
VADER
0.9
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
33.4
Gunning-Fog Score
18.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
28
Sprache Difficult Word Count
28
Orrin Hatch
The time requirement for L visa applicants also warrants change. Current law requires that an L visa not be granted unless the applicant has been employed for at least 1 year with the employer in question. In many situations, this is too restrictive. This requirement inhibits firms who wish to hire individuals with specialized skills to meet the needs of clients in the United States. A shorter prior employment period would allow companies to meet the needs of their clients in a more timely manner.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.16667
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.16667
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.31015
VADER
0.638
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
57.2
Gunning-Fog Score
12.9
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.8
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
29
Sprache Difficult Word Count
30
Orrin Hatch
I thank the House of Representatives and especially Congressman Gekas, Chairman of the House Subcommittee on Immigration and Claims, for their hard work on these bills. Given the work between the House and Senate on these bills, I feel comfortable urging my colleagues to give these issues all due attention and support these measures.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.70805
VADER
0.796
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
46.3
Gunning-Fog Score
13.8
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.4
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
14
Sprache Difficult Word Count
17
Orrin Hatch
Mr. President, I stand to introduce a companion bill to H.R. 3030, the House bill that would extend a pilot program for employment eligibility verification of non-citizens. This bill would extend the program, set to expire this year, for two more years.
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
0.34
Somewhat Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
5.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
69.1
Gunning-Fog Score
9
Coleman-Liau Index
10.7
SMOG Index
9.5
Automated Readability Index
4.2
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.5
Sprache Readability Score
3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
14
Sprache Difficult Word Count
15
Orrin Hatch
This basic pilot program, available to employers in California, Florida, Illinois, Nebraska, New York, and Texas, was authorized in 1996, and has proved to be an incredibly effective resource since them. The program allows participating employers to electronically access certain government databases in order to verify the employment authorization of non-citizens. Electronic confirmation of this information provides a critical tool for employers to ensure that they are not hiring unauthorized aliens. This program allows employers to protect themselves from the employer sanction provisions of the Immigration and Nationality Act, while providing meaningful deterrence to would-be employers who lack appropriate authorization from the INS.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.25
Slightly Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.25
Slightly Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.45199
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.31568
VADER
0.811
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
5.4
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
51
Sprache Difficult Word Count
47
Orrin Hatch
During this time of increased national security, we can all appreciate any tool that will facilitate enforcement of our immigration laws. After communication between the House and the Senate on this issue, and the favorable report from the Senate Judiciary Committee this morning, I have little doubt that my colleagues in the Senate will recognize the useful nature of the Pilot Program and support its extension.
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
0.913
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
19.5
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.1
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
23
Sprache Difficult Word Count
25
Arlen Specter
Mr. President, I have sought recognition today to discuss language for a proposed constitutional amendment that would provide for the appointment of temporary Representatives by a Governor if fifty percent or more of the members of the House were killed or incapacitated. I place this language in the Record not with the intention of urging its passage this session, but rather to afford my colleagues an opportunity to offer their comments and suggestions, and to afford them the opportunity to consider co-sponsoring this proposed amendment.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.8
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.8
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.84583
VADER
0.572
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
25.3
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
31
Sprache Difficult Word Count
33
Arlen Specter
The events of September 11 and the subsequent anthrax attacks directed against members of Congress and other Americans highlight the very real possibility that the Senate and House of Representatives could suffer catastrophic casualties that would prevent either or both bodies from fulfilling their essential roles in the governance of our Nation. Despite the morbidity of such a scenario, it is essential that we put in place a contingency plan for the effective continuance of our democracy. The Seventeenth Amendment to the Constitution allows for the temporary replacement of Senators by appointment by the Governor of their respective States. However, no such provision applies to members of the House. Only a proposed amendment to the United States Constitution would remedy this deficiency.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.58779
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.64663
VADER
-0.153
Leans Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
23.3
Gunning-Fog Score
18
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
44
Sprache Difficult Word Count
48
Arlen Specter
The only means to replace members of the House is by special election. Article 1, Section 2, clause 14, states that "[w]hen vacancies happen in the Representation from any State, the Executive Authority thereof shall issue Writs of Election to fill such Vacancies." My legislative language proposes that if at any time, fifty percent or more of the Members of the House of Representatives are unable to carry out their duties because of death or incapacity, each Governor of a State represented by such Member would have the power to appoint an otherwise qualified individual to take the place of the Member as soon as practicable after certification of the Member's death or incapacity. Article I, Section 4, clause I states that "a Majority of each [House] shall constitute a Quroum to do Business." Accordingly, this extraordinary measure giving a Governor the power of appointment of a replacement Member would be triggered, when due to death or incapacity, the House would not have a quorum to conduct business.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.19722
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.42857
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.42857
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.8473
VADER
-0.807
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
30.1
Gunning-Fog Score
18.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.1
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
47
Sprache Difficult Word Count
48
Arlen Specter
My proposed amendment requires an individual appointed to take the place of the Member to serve until a Member is elected to fill the vacancy by a special election to be held at any time during the 90-day period which begins on the date of the individual's appointment, except that if a regularly schuled general election for the office was scheduled to be held during such period or 30 days thereafter, no special election would be held, and the Member elected in such regularly scheduled general election would fill the vacancy upon election. Further, my proposed amendment allows for the appointed individual to be a candidate in the special election or regularly scheduled general election.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.85714
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.85714
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.19722
VADER
0.71
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
0
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
36
Sprache Difficult Word Count
23
Arlen Specter
The Governor would be required to appoint a person of the same party as the "replaced" member. This stipulation would ensure that the citizens of a congressional district would continue to be represented by a Congressperson from the same party.
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
0.791
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
42.7
Gunning-Fog Score
13
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.3
Sprache Readability Score
4.1
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
11
Sprache Difficult Word Count
12
Arlen Specter
While I understand that this is an issue we would rather not grapple with, it is imperative that we deliberate and ensure that, in case of a catastrophe, our system of governance will continue to remain strong and stable. Similar legislation has been introduced in the House of Representatives. I welcome comments from my colleagues in both the House and Senate and look forward to passing meaningful legislation when Congress returns from its winter recess.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.6
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
0.791
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
41.6
Gunning-Fog Score
16.4
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
21
Sprache Difficult Word Count
25