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Senate Floor: Senate

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18 Speakers
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Max Baucus
Max Baucus said 234 sentences of a total of 1340 sentences.
18%
Max Baucus said 4242 words of a total of 24728 words.
18%
Olympia J. Snowe
Olympia J. Snowe said 182 sentences of a total of 1340 sentences.
14%
Olympia J. Snowe said 3366 words of a total of 24728 words.
14%
Chuck Grassley
Chuck Grassley said 114 sentences of a total of 1340 sentences.
9%
Chuck Grassley said 1958 words of a total of 24728 words.
8%
Carl Levin
Carl Levin said 117 sentences of a total of 1340 sentences.
9%
Carl Levin said 1823 words of a total of 24728 words.
8%
John D. Rockefeller, IV
John D. Rockefeller, IV said 66 sentences of a total of 1340 sentences.
5%
John D. Rockefeller, IV said 1782 words of a total of 24728 words.
8%
Russ Feingold
Russ Feingold said 66 sentences of a total of 1340 sentences.
5%
Russ Feingold said 1491 words of a total of 24728 words.
7%
Tom Daschle
Tom Daschle said 69 sentences of a total of 1340 sentences.
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Tom Daschle said 1299 words of a total of 24728 words.
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John Kerry
John Kerry said 58 sentences of a total of 1340 sentences.
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John Kerry said 1085 words of a total of 24728 words.
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Jon Kyl
Jon Kyl said 53 sentences of a total of 1340 sentences.
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Jon Kyl said 1043 words of a total of 24728 words.
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Jeff Bingaman
Jeff Bingaman said 41 sentences of a total of 1340 sentences.
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Jeff Bingaman said 1001 words of a total of 24728 words.
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Joe Biden
Joe Biden said 39 sentences of a total of 1340 sentences.
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Joe Biden said 973 words of a total of 24728 words.
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Orrin Hatch
Orrin Hatch said 54 sentences of a total of 1340 sentences.
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Orrin Hatch said 964 words of a total of 24728 words.
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John Breaux
John Breaux said 50 sentences of a total of 1340 sentences.
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John Breaux said 767 words of a total of 24728 words.
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Barbara Boxer
Barbara Boxer said 51 sentences of a total of 1340 sentences.
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Barbara Boxer said 742 words of a total of 24728 words.
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Patty Murray
Patty Murray said 34 sentences of a total of 1340 sentences.
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Patty Murray said 597 words of a total of 24728 words.
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Tim Hutchinson
Tim Hutchinson said 42 sentences of a total of 1340 sentences.
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Tim Hutchinson said 593 words of a total of 24728 words.
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Mike Enzi
Mike Enzi said 33 sentences of a total of 1340 sentences.
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Mike Enzi said 580 words of a total of 24728 words.
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The Presiding Officer
The Presiding Officer said 2 sentences of a total of 1340 sentences.
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Full Transcript

Max Baucus

Mr. President, before we conclude today, I would be remiss if I did not thank a number of people.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
-0.135
Leans Negative
Moderation
Violence
0.0018973649
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0007842087
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0007733839
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0003219991
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0002852823
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0002595901
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0001327094
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
4.9358E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.88959E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
1.49902E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.7423E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
4.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
81.4
Gunning-Fog Score
3.8
Coleman-Liau Index
7.4
SMOG Index
3.3
Automated Readability Index
1.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
3.8
Sprache Readability Score
2.1
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
4
Sprache Difficult Word Count
4

Max Baucus

First, in the House, I want to thank Chairman Bill Thomas. He and I disagree on some things -- that's for sure. But we share a common goal of both expanding trade and helping workers left behind by trade. And we share the goal of getting this to the President's desk as soon as possible so that we can help jump-start this economy. We worked together to craft a strong trade bill -- and I thank him for his efforts.
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
0.939
Very Positive
Moderation
Sexual
0.0065309563
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0018797258
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0004441307
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.000311415
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
5.09777E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
4.50182E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.37804E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
3.9405E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.993E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
9.52E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
9.168E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
87.881
Magnitude:
80
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
5.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
84.8
Gunning-Fog Score
8.9
Coleman-Liau Index
8.2
SMOG Index
9
Automated Readability Index
5.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
3
Sprache Readability Score
4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
11
Sprache Difficult Word Count
18

Max Baucus

Second -- I want to thank Congressmen Cal Dooley, John Tanner, and Bill Jefferson, who helped craft the House fast track legislation, and also Anna Eshoo and Ken Bentsen, who provided so much help on TAA.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.19722
VADER
0.422
Positive
Moderation
Sexual
0.0036706548
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0035836754
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0013782518
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0011439415
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0003373421
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001863065
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0001384226
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
3.76442E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.54438E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.31751E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.8271E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
45.6
Gunning-Fog Score
16.3
Coleman-Liau Index
11.3
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
15
Sprache Difficult Word Count
16

Max Baucus

In the Senate, I first want to thank Senator Daschle, who has helped this trade bill move through every step of the process. I also want to thank two Senators who played a key role during the committee process -- Senator Bingaman for his efforts on TAA and Senator Bob Graham on ATPA. And I appreciate Senator Breaux's work both during the Senate negotiations and during the conference.
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
0.866
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0156930575
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0138064381
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0060609542
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.001230222
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.000784701
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0004733904
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0001851159
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001003824
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
7.47196E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
8.206E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
7.292E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
75.94
Magnitude:
68
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
52.8
Gunning-Fog Score
11.9
Coleman-Liau Index
11.5
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
23
Sprache Difficult Word Count
20

Max Baucus

I also want to give credit to a number of Senators whose efforts made this legislation much better. Senators Dayton and Craig on trade laws; Senator Edwards on the textile negotiating objectives and also on TAA; Senator Kennedy on access to medicines; Senator Harkin on child labor; Senator Inouye on some of the tuna provisions in ATPA, and Senators Rockefeller, Murkowski, and Wellstone on benefits for steel retirees.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.70805
VADER
0.827
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0343171065
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.020256819
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.011604499
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0110181776
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0049473809
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0017472588
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0011581148
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0004564855
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
5.04242E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.9687E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.0484E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Labor
Score:
45.242
Magnitude:
68
Code:
5
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#5
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Domestic Commerce
Score:
21.115
Magnitude:
68
Code:
15
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#15
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
21.8
Gunning-Fog Score
18.3
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
30
Sprache Difficult Word Count
28

Max Baucus

Finally, I, of course want to thank my partner on the Finance Committee, Senator Chuck Grassley for being helpful throughout this process.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.94591
VADER
0.681
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.0128944273
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0094761795
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.005709126
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0043405133
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0007986819
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0004716825
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0003069556
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0002912782
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
6.06131E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.78839E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.2604E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
49.9
Gunning-Fog Score
8.8
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.1
Sprache Readability Score
4.2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
7
Sprache Difficult Word Count
11

Max Baucus

Of course, to actually complete work on a major bill like this requires the efforts of many others. For more than 18 months, many staff members have made incalculable efforts to prepare this legislation and move it to 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)
1.94591
VADER
0.361
Somewhat Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0097085409
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0089089845
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0054954427
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0025156711
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.00113018
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0001992068
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001753455
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0001365513
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
7.88582E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.6552E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
8.069E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Government Operations
Score:
75.819
Magnitude:
38
Code:
20
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#20
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
59.1
Gunning-Fog Score
10.9
Coleman-Liau Index
11.7
SMOG Index
10.3
Automated Readability Index
10.3
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.6
Sprache Readability Score
3.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
9
Sprache Difficult Word Count
11

Max Baucus

John Angell and Mike Evans oversaw the efforts of the Finance Committee staff on this legislation and all other activities of the Committee.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0
VADER
0
Neutral
Moderation
Violence
0.0072640949
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0024700659
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0015884332
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.001358004
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0002366451
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0001666601
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0001318956
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
3.47415E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
3.09822E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.34604E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
4.9229E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
36.4
Gunning-Fog Score
14.4
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
9.4
Sprache Readability Score
4.3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
12
Sprache Difficult Word Count
11

Max Baucus

Greg Mastel led the effort on the Democratic staff to prepare this legislation from the first round of hearings to the final Senate vote. He was ably assisted by a tremendously skilled and energetic staff, including Tim Punke, Ted Posner, Angela Marshall, Shara Aranoff, and Andy Harig.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.19722
VADER
0.493
Positive
Moderation
Sexual
0.0112192902
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.004870283
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0047710622
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0039890765
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0009742859
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0004023562
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001888289
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0001611405
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
3.96794E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.20548E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.15712E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
39
Gunning-Fog Score
13.7
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
25
Sprache Difficult Word Count
26

Max Baucus

The Finance Committee health and tax staffs also played an important role, especially Liz Fowler, Kate Kirchgraber, Liz Liebschutz, Mitchell Kent, and Mike Mongan.
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
0.494
Positive
Moderation
Sexual
0.030775246
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0116840769
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0047169011
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0009167879
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0007936926
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0004920233
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0004175985
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0002640185
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0002273481
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
8.83751E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
8.69619E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
45
Gunning-Fog Score
12.9
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
16
Sprache Difficult Word Count
17

Max Baucus

The Finance Committee also benefited from the able efforts of the leading Republican staff members, Everett Eissenstat and Richard Chriss.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.60944
VADER
0
Neutral
Moderation
Harassment
0.0320957915
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0076988836
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0016434937
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0007798466
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0006587235
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001896347
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0001631364
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
4.37145E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.35707E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.1897E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.1029E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
21.6
Gunning-Fog Score
10
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
9.7
Sprache Readability Score
4.1
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
11
Sprache Difficult Word Count
12

Max Baucus

In the House, the staff of the Ways and Means Committee and the New Democrats who supported this bill deserve similar credit.
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
0.599
Very Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.0028961274
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.000731801
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.000604238
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0005882971
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0001846804
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001080977
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
5.44581E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
3.86468E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
2.68809E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.31802E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.4203E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.2
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
61.5
Gunning-Fog Score
12.4
Coleman-Liau Index
11.5
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.4
Sprache Readability Score
4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
6
Sprache Difficult Word Count
8

Max Baucus

This legislation also literally would not have been possible without the help of our skilled legislative counsel, Polly Craighill, Stephanie Easley, and Ruth Ernst, and Mark Mathiesen.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.94591
VADER
-0.128
Leans Negative
Moderation
Harassment
0.148880342
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0151721513
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0035082321
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0023697101
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0015532842
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0013137377
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0008027275
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0003155168
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.000220116
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
8.04656E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
4.9447E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
29
Gunning-Fog Score
16.7
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
12
Sprache Difficult Word Count
13

Max Baucus

Finally, I would say a word of thanks to the many members of the Administration who staffed and supported this legislative effort, including Grant Aldonas, Faryar Shirzad, Peter Davidson, John Veroneau, Heather Wingate, Brenda Becker, Penny Naas, and many others.
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
0.772
Very Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.0443138386
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0086689739
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0042914118
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0011978765
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0009522524
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0009465358
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0007109615
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0003538701
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0003323234
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0003281816
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.08606E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
11.8
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
9.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
19
Sprache Difficult Word Count
21

Max Baucus

I -- as well as the Senate and the country -- owe you all a debt of gratitude.
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
0.44
Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0350059941
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0083461804
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0026169444
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.001795961
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0012553822
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0005579621
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0002283466
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0001103142
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
3.89608E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.35422E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.1259E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
6.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
79.6
Gunning-Fog Score
8.9
Coleman-Liau Index
4.8
SMOG Index
9
Automated Readability Index
3.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
3.8
Sprache Readability Score
2.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
3
Sprache Difficult Word Count
4

Max Baucus

I also rise today to thank one additional person who played an enormous role in the passing of this trade bill -- Howard Rosen.
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
0.599
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0182777439
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0044439836
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0026293044
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0005780536
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0004687538
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0003749923
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0003188499
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0001989725
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
6.35552E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
3.34902E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
3.26126E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
83.307
Magnitude:
24
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
58.4
Gunning-Fog Score
12.7
Coleman-Liau Index
10.1
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
10.8
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.9
Sprache Readability Score
4.3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
7
Sprache Difficult Word Count
10

Max Baucus

I do not believe there is a person in this country who feels more passionately about the TAA legislation than Howard Rosen. He helped write this bill, he worked hard to encourage Members of the Senate and Members of the House to support this bill, and he is a big reason that we now have such a good TAA 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)
2.3979
VADER
0.904
Very Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.0590159791
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0078516241
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0035556524
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0034013206
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0019837926
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0004815473
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0004329089
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0003559744
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
5.63507E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
4.88434E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
4.3931E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
60.8
Gunning-Fog Score
14
Coleman-Liau Index
8.6
SMOG Index
10.3
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
12
Sprache Difficult Word Count
15

Max Baucus

And I know Howard's efforts will not end here. I know he will keep working to make TAA an even better program. We all owe him a great deal of thanks.
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
0.872
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0802514842
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0287466246
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0145623402
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0024074607
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0015227157
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.000292917
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0002637792
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0002083652
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001449647
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
6.65611E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.72473E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Education
Score:
58.975
Magnitude:
31
Code:
6
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#6
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
2.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
92.6
Gunning-Fog Score
4.1
Coleman-Liau Index
6
SMOG Index
3.3
Automated Readability Index
1.2
Dale-Chall Readability Score
3.1
Sprache Readability Score
2.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
5
Sprache Difficult Word Count
7

John Breaux

Mr. President, I want to bring to the Senate's attention a section of the conference agreement that is extremely important to the future of the U.S. sugar program and to the workers and companies in the domestic sugar industry. As the gentleman from Montana knows very well, I am talking about Section 5203 of the Trade Act of 2002, regarding sugar tariff-rate quota circumvention. The policy established in Section 5203 on sugar tariff rate quota circumvention is very important to the future of the sugar industry in Louisiana and the United States.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.69231
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.69231
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.52606
VADER
0.896
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.0937270408
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0406846637
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0105819046
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0063644002
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0061658422
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.001181541
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0007820317
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0004165484
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
6.50036E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.98835E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.39979E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Agriculture
Score:
73.911
Magnitude:
87
Code:
4
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#4
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
51.4
Gunning-Fog Score
13.1
Coleman-Liau Index
11.6
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
8.3
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.5
Sprache Readability Score
4.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
28
Sprache Difficult Word Count
26

Max Baucus

I am very familiar with Section 5203 and its importance to the future of the domestic sugar industry, including the sugarbeet growers and processors in Montana. I would like to take this opportunity to commend Senator Breaux, Senator Craig, and Senator Thomas for the work they have been doing to address the problem of circumvention of the tariff-rate quotas on sugar and sugar-containing products.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.22378
VADER
0.637
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0504930911
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0466870319
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0020639362
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0009788997
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0006106613
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0004705238
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0003305231
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
8.59212E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
8.23439E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.71246E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.24051E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Agriculture
Score:
68.188
Magnitude:
39
Code:
4
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#4
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
31.1
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
27
Sprache Difficult Word Count
25

John Breaux

I accept those kind words on behalf of all of the Senators who are working on this issue. Let me explain the problem briefly. The price of sugar on world markets is almost always very low and is often below the cost of producing sugar even in the most efficient sugar industries. This phenomenon is caused by subsidization of sugar exports by the European Union and other governments, and by dumping by companies that must export their sugar at any price to avoid harming their domestic markets.
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
-0.736
Very Negative
Moderation
Sexual
0.030974581
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0270026969
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0084148436
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0075703443
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0059045648
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0037157923
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0021042431
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0007584522
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0002696022
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001585395
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.17833E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Agriculture
Score:
77.784
Magnitude:
154
Code:
4
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#4
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
48.6
Gunning-Fog Score
12.4
Coleman-Liau Index
11.5
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.3
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
20
Sprache Difficult Word Count
23

John Breaux

The U.S. sugar program is intended to keep the price of sugar in the U.S. market at a level that assures a reasonable return to U.S. growers, processors and refiners of cane and beet sugar. A primary component of the program is WTO-legal tariff-rate quotas on imported sugar and sugar-containing products under Chapters 17, 18, 19 and 21 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States. These quotas keep world price sugar from disrupting the U.S. sweeteners market and assure countries that are historical suppliers of the U.S. market that they will benefit from U.S. prices.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.8473
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.27297
VADER
0.902
Very Positive
Moderation
Sexual
0.0207427511
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0068110261
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0035323355
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0021304279
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0003162159
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0002483086
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0001720743
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001693794
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001063223
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.89561E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.8616E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
49.571
Magnitude:
123
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Agriculture
Score:
26.956
Magnitude:
123
Code:
4
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#4
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
5.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
71.2
Gunning-Fog Score
7.7
Coleman-Liau Index
9.6
SMOG Index
9
Automated Readability Index
2.5
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.7
Sprache Readability Score
4.1
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
29
Sprache Difficult Word Count
31

John Breaux

If the tariff-rate quotas do not keep dumped world price sugar off the U.S. market, the sugar program will be severely damaged. Therefore, it is essential that attempts to circumvent the tariff-rate quotas be identified and stopped promptly.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.14286
Leans Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.14286
Leans Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.25131
VADER
-0.743
Very Negative
Moderation
Violence
0.0633642136
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0237235727
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0144503414
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0069115442
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0040481504
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0039403039
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0020617679
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0003479556
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
8.88947E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.32102E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.0997E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
6.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
66.4
Gunning-Fog Score
9
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
9.7
Automated Readability Index
6.2
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.9
Sprache Readability Score
3.1
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
14
Sprache Difficult Word Count
15

Max Baucus

I agree. Circumvention definitely has been a problem for the sugar industry. Do you have some examples of such practices?
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.8473
VADER
0.361
Somewhat Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0407611806
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0209742459
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0171787615
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0112531801
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0080875339
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.006335268
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0043060223
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0007688106
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
7.52603E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
6.31426E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
6.13477E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Domestic Commerce
Score:
72.824
Magnitude:
40
Code:
15
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#15
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
7.7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
52
Gunning-Fog Score
12.7
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
10.6
Automated Readability Index
5.2
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.1
Sprache Readability Score
1.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
6
Sprache Difficult Word Count
5

John Breaux

There are many different kinds of circumvention. For example, designing and importing nonquota sugar-containing products that have no commercial use or using processing technologies that make commercial extraction of sugar from historically traded nonquota products an economically viable source of sugar. A specific example of one kind of circumvention is stuffed molasses, in which sugar is added to molasses outside the United States and removed from the molasses after importation in the United States. Another example is a product that is created by interrupting the normal refining process of raw cane sugar after the first removal of sugar, or first "strike," outside the United States, addition of that product to raw cane sugar while it is being refined in the United States. These are not the only methods used for circumvention. Importers will try variations of circumventing products that were imported in the past, and they will try to devise new methods for circumvention.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.56495
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.51724
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.51724
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0.807
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.029586826
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0220542643
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0072128838
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0044999259
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0009206587
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0007588624
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.000592979
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
8.14052E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
4.86035E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
4.47424E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
3.5761E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Domestic Commerce
Score:
93.742
Magnitude:
27
Code:
15
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#15
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
30.5
Gunning-Fog Score
18.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
56
Sprache Difficult Word Count
43

John Breaux

Section 5203 directs the Secretary of Agriculture and Commissioner of Customs to monitor continuously imports of products provided for under Chapter 17, 18, 19 and 21 of the HTS for indications that products are being used for circumvention. It is my understanding that "continuously" means looking at import statistics for each month. If they see anything suspicious, such as significant increases in imports over historic levels or a change in the ports of entry from the historic pattern, they will look into the transactions to assure themselves there is no circumvention or to determine precisely how the circumvention is being carried out. The Secretary and the Commissioner shall report their findings and make recommendations for action to Congress and the President every six months in a public report.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.875
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.875
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.33537
VADER
-0.128
Leans Negative
Moderation
Violence
0.0316525606
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0285670132
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.008986656
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0080217251
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0031890198
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0017382908
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0002643334
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0001513795
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
5.29039E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.52342E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.9999E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
26.3
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
44
Sprache Difficult Word Count
42

Max Baucus

As Chairman of the Senate Finance Committee and Co-Chair of the Conference Committee, I agree that you have accurately described this important section and its intent.
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
0.361
Somewhat Positive
Moderation
Sexual
0.0313677447
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0047523674
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0033933436
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0021129161
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.001525112
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0012420886
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0009819356
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.000365856
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0001977377
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
3.82299E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.33457E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Domestic Commerce
Score:
76.663
Magnitude:
41
Code:
15
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#15
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
38.4
Gunning-Fog Score
13.8
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.8
Sprache Readability Score
4.8
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
11
Sprache Difficult Word Count
11

John Breaux

Thank you, Chairman Baucus for clarifying this issue. You clearly understand the importance we attach to this monitoring, reporting, and recommendation program. I also want to emphasize that we expect the Secretary of Agriculture and Commissioner of Customs to move quickly as soon as H.R. 3009 is signed into public law to establish an effective monitoring, reporting and recommendation program under section 5203.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.70805
VADER
0.878
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0675135641
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0031572526
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0015154157
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.001133578
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0011057857
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0005554763
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0005351607
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0002036947
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0001028406
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
3.11664E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.26349E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Domestic Commerce
Score:
83.933
Magnitude:
152
Code:
15
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#15
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
39.2
Gunning-Fog Score
12.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.6
Sprache Readability Score
4.3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
24
Sprache Difficult Word Count
25

Chuck Grassley

I would like to ask the chairman of the Finance Committee to engage in a colloquy for the purposes of clarifying several provisions in this conference report as they relate to the African Growth and Opportunity Act, known as AGOA.
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
0.852
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.0151385975
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0100455414
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0005295851
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0002313999
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0002201404
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0001376466
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
5.08343E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
4.42617E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.30898E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.07E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.231E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
64.224
Magnitude:
10
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
24.5
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
14
Sprache Difficult Word Count
16

Max Baucus

I would be pleased to engage in a colloquy on that subject.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.51083
VADER
0.649
Very Positive
Moderation
Sexual
0.025533195
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0065679742
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0020629303
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0015105677
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0012884976
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.000918392
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0006174849
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0005313983
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0001935683
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
8.88472E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
6.56953E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Agriculture
Score:
88.612
Magnitude:
74
Code:
4
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#4
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
5.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
74.8
Gunning-Fog Score
8.1
Coleman-Liau Index
7.2
SMOG Index
9
Automated Readability Index
3
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.5
Sprache Readability Score
2.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
3
Sprache Difficult Word Count
4

Chuck Grassley

Section 3108(a)(3) of the conference report amends section 112(b)(3) of AGOA, which provides for duty-free access for apparel made from regional fabrics, subject to a quantitative cap.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.2
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.2
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.33647
VADER
0
Neutral
Moderation
Violence
0.0146855949
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0098046752
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0081958475
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0024264462
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0005885322
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0003057992
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0002630522
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001313129
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0001058542
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
9.96514E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
4.42919E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Government Operations
Score:
73.698
Magnitude:
24
Code:
20
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#20
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
47.5
Gunning-Fog Score
17.8
Coleman-Liau Index
9.4
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
14

Max Baucus

That is correct.
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)
1.09861
VADER
0
Neutral
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.047744019
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0279649976
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0015682654
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0015414451
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0004256789
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001985854
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0001729642
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
6.84891E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
4.96555E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.23965E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.1471E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
1.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
91
Gunning-Fog Score
1.2
Coleman-Liau Index
9.6
SMOG Index
3.3
Automated Readability Index
0.5
Dale-Chall Readability Score
0.1
Sprache Readability Score
1.1
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
0
Sprache Difficult Word Count
1

Chuck Grassley

As I understand it, section 112(b)(3) of AGOA, as amended by the conference report, would also cover garments made from regional fabrics that also incorporate U.S. formed fabrics made from U.S. yarns, U.S. formed yarns, or U.S. formed fabrics not made from yarns that are classifiable under heading 5602 or 5603 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States. An example of this might be a tailored coat made from African wool, that incorporates U.S. fabrics, linings, interlinings, or pocketing material. As you understand it, would such a garment be eligible for benefits under this provision?
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.11111
Leans Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.11111
Leans Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.20067
VADER
0.791
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0759977207
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0148910025
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0083989391
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0052921587
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0003563626
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0003100835
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
7.62233E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.79609E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.58209E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
8.7745E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
4.5487E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
78.761
Magnitude:
57
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
6
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
66.1
Gunning-Fog Score
9
Coleman-Liau Index
10.7
SMOG Index
10.2
Automated Readability Index
3.8
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.3
Sprache Readability Score
4.1
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
32
Sprache Difficult Word Count
30

Max Baucus

I believe that such a garment would be eligible for benefits under that provision. A garment entered under the regional fabric provision of AGOA is not ineligible for benefits simply because it happens to incorporate U.S. yarns, fabrics, or components.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0
VADER
0.28
Slightly Positive
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.0029507526
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0024818459
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0021294469
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0014273166
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0010230737
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0004849688
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
6.03504E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
4.20314E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.2902E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
1.94009E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
6.8041E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Agriculture
Score:
80.353
Magnitude:
111
Code:
4
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#4
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
39.6
Gunning-Fog Score
12.9
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
7.5
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.7
Sprache Readability Score
3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
16
Sprache Difficult Word Count
13

Chuck Grassley

A related question concerns the increase in the quantitative cap, provided for in Section 3108(b) of the conference report. As I understand it, the cap increases represent an approximate doubling of the percentages used in setting the caps under current law, except the increase can only be used for garments containing regional or a mixture of regional and U.S. inputs.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.61904
VADER
0.557
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0066157103
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0057109279
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0048302005
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0004700686
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001573065
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0001337842
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
8.85772E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
8.5196E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
8.4877E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.7954E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.273E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Agriculture
Score:
90.953
Magnitude:
43
Code:
4
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#4
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
47.8
Gunning-Fog Score
13.9
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.9
Sprache Readability Score
4.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
20
Sprache Difficult Word Count
23

Max Baucus

That is correct. The cap is set as a percentage of the aggregate square meter equivalents of all apparel articles imported into the United States in the preceding 12-month period for which data are available. Under current law, the applicable percentage for the 1- year period beginning October 1, 2000 was 1.5 percent. The applicable percentage increases by equal annual increments, so that for the period beginning October 1, 2007, the applicable percentage does not exceed 3.5 percent. Under that formula, the applicable percentage for the 1- year period beginning October 1, 2002 will be approximately 2.072 percent. Under section 3108(b)(1) of the conference report, that percentage will be increased by 2.17 percent. In other words, the new applicable percentage for the year beginning October 1, 2002 will be 4.242 percent. However, with respect to the increase over current law, i.e., the additional 2.17 percent in the year beginning October 1, 2002, garments must be made from regional or a mixture of regional and U.S. inputs.
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)
2.94444
VADER
0.852
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0268273259
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0099654353
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0045076395
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0036198984
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0015598216
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0015384785
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0002631854
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
6.09377E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.54643E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.35984E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
9.8285E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Labor
Score:
96.14
Magnitude:
58
Code:
5
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#5
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
55.8
Gunning-Fog Score
14.8
Coleman-Liau Index
11
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
7.2
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
56
Sprache Difficult Word Count
40

Max Baucus

The conference report further provides that in future years, the applicable percentage will increase by equal increments, such that the applicable percentage for the 1-year period beginning October 1, 2007 will be not greater than 7 percent. For each year, the increase over the applicable percentage under current law pertains only to garments made from regional or a mixture of regional and U.S. inputs.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.94591
VADER
0.487
Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0593658653
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0260548142
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0098440592
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0029473807
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0022472397
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0015105922
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0005538461
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0001742054
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
6.71458E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.2156E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
4.7746E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
83.405
Magnitude:
32
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.2
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
51.7
Gunning-Fog Score
13.9
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.3
Sprache Readability Score
4.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
23
Sprache Difficult Word Count
22

Chuck Grassley

I appreciate the clarification.
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
0.402
Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0095853386
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0088063942
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0058910278
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0021985566
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0003024242
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0002852451
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0001292607
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.21122E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
9.2685E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.4225E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.3645E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
80.516
Magnitude:
46
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
0
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.1
Sprache Readability Score
1.3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
2
Sprache Difficult Word Count
2

Chuck Grassley

tuna certification of origin in the andean trade preference act
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.60944
VADER
0
Neutral
Moderation
Hate
0.0030473937
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0029445571
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0028900742
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0008038344
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0007632425
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.000288744
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0002477074
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.17612E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
6.2561E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.9385E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.2E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
82.656
Magnitude:
59
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
27.5
Gunning-Fog Score
16
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.4
Sprache Readability Score
2.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
5
Sprache Difficult Word Count
6

Barbara Boxer

Mr. President, I have long been involved in dolphin conservation efforts. In the past, tuna boats were one of the leading causes of dolphin mortality. As a result of legislation that I and others worked on, tuna fishing practices have been modified and dolphin deaths have dropped dramatically.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0
VADER
0
Neutral
Moderation
Violence
0.0264722999
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0163724428
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0026052312
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0015374548
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0008299559
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0006079002
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0004030533
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.000401395
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0003023319
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001067237
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
3.27899E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
International Affairs
Score:
32.214
Magnitude:
28
Code:
19
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#19
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Government Operations
Score:
31.993
Magnitude:
28
Code:
20
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#20
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
57.2
Gunning-Fog Score
9.8
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
10.3
Automated Readability Index
8.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.5
Sprache Readability Score
3.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
21
Sprache Difficult Word Count
18

Barbara Boxer

In part, that success has come from clear regulations regarding dolphin-safe fishing practices and requirements that must be met before tuna can receive the "dolphin-safe" label. The United States tracks foreign tuna and determines whether it is dolphin- safe by requiring foreign parties to supply a Certificate of Origin for imported tuna. Specifically, I am referring to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's Form 370, which is required under the Marine Mammal Protection Act of 1972.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.69231
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.69231
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.52606
VADER
0.929
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.020445486
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0132494766
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0076537261
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0027973038
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0022932667
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0004448463
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0004194545
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
6.87873E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.26902E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.37968E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.22056E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
85.21
Magnitude:
77
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
31.9
Gunning-Fog Score
15
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
31

Barbara Boxer

I am concerned that the reference to a Certificate of Origin in Section 3103(b)(5) of H.R. 3009 may inadvertently create some confusion regarding existing tuna certificate requirements. It is my understanding that the Chairman of the Finance Committee did not intend for this section to affect existing requirements that imported tuna be accompanied by a Certificate of Origin (i.e. NOAA Form 370) as required under the Marine Mammal Protection Act.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.63636
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.63636
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.335
VADER
-0.026
Neutral
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.0260038621
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0250505167
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0055683206
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0009939567
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0007295183
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0003844216
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001843076
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
8.07916E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.53884E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.36082E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
8.3297E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
50.3
Gunning-Fog Score
11.4
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
7.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.2
Sprache Readability Score
4.3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
31
Sprache Difficult Word Count
26

Max Baucus

It is my understanding that nothing in the conference report supercedes or repeals the provisions of law to which the Senator from California refers.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.51083
VADER
0
Neutral
Moderation
Violence
0.0225401935
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0110718072
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0029072795
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0025882384
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0007885005
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0007620731
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0002965493
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
5.04898E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
6.422E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
2.9918E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.2241E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
65.278
Magnitude:
23
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
30.9
Gunning-Fog Score
16.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.5
Sprache Readability Score
4.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
8
Sprache Difficult Word Count
10

John Breaux

Mr. President, it is also my intent that the Andean Trade Preference Act not pertain to existing requirements that foreign parties provide a Certificate of Origin for tuna imported into the United States. This certificate, or Form 370, is necessary to verify whether imported tuna qualifies for the "dolphin-safe" label. This bill should not affect that process.
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
0.671
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.2509808401
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0724453479
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0173369961
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0149355401
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0121234109
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0099800134
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0004803676
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0003016798
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0002459561
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
3.43916E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.26865E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
87.435
Magnitude:
69
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
46.3
Gunning-Fog Score
11.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.8
Sprache Readability Score
4.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
26
Sprache Difficult Word Count
27

Barbara Boxer

I thank my colleagues.
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
Moderation
Violence
0.0171515116
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0098423785
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0021203807
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0018819106
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0016161019
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.00102994
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0005560392
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0001204478
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
8.98734E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
5.0344E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
4.3891E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
80.423
Magnitude:
42
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
3.7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
75.9
Gunning-Fog Score
11.6
Coleman-Liau Index
10.6
SMOG Index
9
Automated Readability Index
1.8
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.1
Sprache Readability Score
1.2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
1
Sprache Difficult Word Count
1

John Kerry

Mr. President, I want to take this opportunity to engage in a colloquy with the Senator from Montana, Senator Baucus and the Senator from Louisiana, Senator Breaux.
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
0.402
Positive
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.0661122613
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0222756978
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0081261023
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0078434598
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0030277622
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0029471079
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.001948249
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0002196706
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0001252061
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0001084105
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
6.6618E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
39.6
Gunning-Fog Score
8.4
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
8.5
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.3
Sprache Readability Score
3.1
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
13
Sprache Difficult Word Count
10

John Kerry

I would like to congratulate you both on your work in the Finance Committee and particularly thank you for your dedication to passing a strong Trade Adjustment Assistance bill. This is a strong step forward for U.S. workers indeed; however, I would like to seek your clarification as to whether fishermen are eligible for the program.
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
0.948
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0262656191
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0179587718
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0123046557
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0107542794
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0017628377
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0013156848
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0012128451
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0001404662
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
4.45237E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
4.19084E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
9.3321E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
International Affairs
Score:
75.826
Magnitude:
61
Code:
19
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#19
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
57.3
Gunning-Fog Score
10.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
8.3
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4
Sprache Readability Score
3.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
12
Sprache Difficult Word Count
19

Max Baucus

Thank you, Senator Kerry. I would also like to thank you for all of your efforts in helping both in the Committee and on the floor to draft a strong bill that addresses the needs of America's businesses, farmers, and workers.
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
0.9
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.1076933462
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0077961457
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0038089158
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0035314129
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0015751977
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0014975923
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0002653703
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001476537
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
5.36765E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.57947E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
3.1372E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Government Operations
Score:
34.318
Magnitude:
33
Code:
20
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#20
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
68.4
Gunning-Fog Score
9.2
Coleman-Liau Index
9.9
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
9.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
3.7
Sprache Readability Score
4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
7
Sprache Difficult Word Count
11

Max Baucus

It was certainly my intent as Chairman of the Finance Committee and the lead conferee on the part of the Senate to make fishermen eligible for the Trade Adjustment Assistance for Farmers program. It is my understanding that Trade Adjustment Assistance for Farmers covers all commodities (including livestock) in the raw or natural state. The Trade Act of 1978, defines the term "livestock" to cover not only cattle, sheep, goats, swine, poultry (including egg-producing poultry), and equine animals used for food or in the production of food, but also "fish used for food." Also, the Food for Peace program, otherwise known as P.L. 480, includes "fish" under its definition of "agricultural commodity."
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)
3.21888
VADER
0.802
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0166504251
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0141425917
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0049069775
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0009002063
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0008020526
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0002858949
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0001587721
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
5.1063E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.81407E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
9.2549E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.2058E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.2
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
48.8
Gunning-Fog Score
13.9
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
31
Sprache Difficult Word Count
34

John Breaux

Senator Baucus, I was a member of the conference committee as well and it was my understanding that fish would be a qualifying agricultural commodity for the purpose of this act. Is that correct?
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.3979
VADER
0.273
Slightly Positive
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.0253925071
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0211629536
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.004118725
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0013451982
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0012216374
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0008035095
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0006588617
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
5.23538E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
4.33361E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.9438E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
4.6403E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
78.611
Magnitude:
107
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
50.2
Gunning-Fog Score
13.9
Coleman-Liau Index
11.7
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5
Sprache Readability Score
3.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
9
Sprache Difficult Word Count
11

Max Baucus

Yes, my intent is that fish -- wild, farm-grown, or shellfish -- and inherently fishermen, be considered for the purpose of the Trade Adjustment Assistance Program for farmers. Also, fishermen can apply and should be eligible for the regular TAA for workers provisions.
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)
2.19722
VADER
0.402
Positive
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.0211819701
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0137067065
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0042804255
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0004638718
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0002662032
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0002070848
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
7.56312E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
4.92367E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
3.39626E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.35258E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
8.181E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
79.535
Magnitude:
79
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
44.5
Gunning-Fog Score
15.1
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.3
Sprache Readability Score
4.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
14
Sprache Difficult Word Count
18

Max Baucus

Further, there is also a study added to the conference report on the topic of fishermen and TAA. It is my hope that this study will address the recent controversy about the application of the TAA for firms to fishermen as well as provide direction on future approaches to ensuring that fishermen are treated equitably under TAA, including whether a separate TAA for Fishermen program should be created.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.4
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.4
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.76214
VADER
0.796
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0140140284
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0100490965
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0020930476
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0012999862
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0003450466
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
8.64962E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
7.26567E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
6.41994E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
3.51038E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.66465E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
5.3105E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
82.416
Magnitude:
71
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
31.7
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
22
Sprache Difficult Word Count
25

John Kerry

Thank you for that clarification, Senator Baucus. It is important that we make these programs work for all of America's workers, and I look forward to working with you to make that happen. It is my understanding that the Administration is preparing letters specifically outlining TAA eligibility for fishermen, and I look forward to receiving those very soon.
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
0.511
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.10395383
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0302485336
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0071721908
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0050120158
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0006348546
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0003724369
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0003671082
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0003153237
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
7.5612E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
5.83198E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
5.75423E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
79.401
Magnitude:
98
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
38.4
Gunning-Fog Score
13.9
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.8
Sprache Readability Score
4.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
14
Sprache Difficult Word Count
17

Chuck Grassley

Mr. President, I rise in strong support of the conference report to accompany H.R. 3009, the Trade Act of 2002 and urge my colleagues to support cloture and final passage of the bill.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.3979
VADER
0.827
Very Positive
Moderation
Sexual
0.0452740118
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.017352229
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.012155858
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0043203607
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0036160549
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0015374253
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0012122011
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
6.49936E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
5.70263E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.3538E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
4.6524E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
84.966
Magnitude:
91
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
81.3
Gunning-Fog Score
6.9
Coleman-Liau Index
7.9
SMOG Index
8.2
Automated Readability Index
1.8
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.5
Sprache Readability Score
2.8
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
11
Sprache Difficult Word Count
13

Chuck Grassley

This bill is the product of over a year and a half of intense negotiations, discussion, and debate among Republican and Democrats in both Houses of Congress. Because of these efforts, the Trade Act strikes a solid and balanced compromise among a number of key issues and competing priorities. It is a product which should receive broad support here in the Senate today.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.55556
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.55556
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0.34
Somewhat Positive
Moderation
Sexual
0.0091979513
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0031173095
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0022448043
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0016158107
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0006593802
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0004173075
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0001353771
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.58003E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
4.0531E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.8513E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.1428E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
86.245
Magnitude:
47
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
49.9
Gunning-Fog Score
12.2
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.8
Sprache Readability Score
4.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
19
Sprache Difficult Word Count
21

Chuck Grassley

The Trade Act of 2002 renews Trade Promotion Authority for the President for the first time in almost a decade. Through a spirit of compromise, Democrats and Republicans were able to break the deadlock of TPA and reach a balanced compromise on a number of key issues.
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
-0.075
Neutral
Moderation
Violence
0.0019425368
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0004038674
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0002869104
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0001396907
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
4.59864E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
2.41938E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
2.08188E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
8.3675E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
5.2283E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
6.429E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.325E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Labor
Score:
80.719
Magnitude:
36
Code:
5
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#5
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
57
Gunning-Fog Score
11.1
Coleman-Liau Index
11
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.8
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.5
Sprache Readability Score
4.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
13
Sprache Difficult Word Count
14

Chuck Grassley

For example, for the first time TPA contains a negotiating objective on labor and the environment. Negotiators are directed to seek provisions in trade agreements requiring countries to enforce their own labor and environmental laws. These negotiating objectives also recognize a country's right to exercise discretion and establish its own labor and environmental standards without being subject to retaliation.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.19722
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.57143
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.57143
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.18958
VADER
0.273
Slightly Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.024860361
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0063927393
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0029440149
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0012646673
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0010028449
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0005122036
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0004904711
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0001719927
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
1.1828E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
7.6628E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.3786E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Labor
Score:
63.534
Magnitude:
95
Code:
5
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#5
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Health
Score:
23.57
Magnitude:
95
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
19.1
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
26
Sprache Difficult Word Count
26

Chuck Grassley

The bipartisan TPA provisions also contain carefully balanced provisions on investment, which preserve the fundamental purpose of the investor-state dispute settlement procedures while ensuring that they are not subject to abuse. The TPA provisions preserve the ability of the United States to enforce our trade remedy laws which help combat unfair trade practices.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.19722
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.26826
VADER
0.483
Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0386957312
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0106680644
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0076307551
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0036222609
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.00251237
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0008874706
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0002246245
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
2.96396E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.8816E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.2306E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.4805E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
86.429
Magnitude:
99
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
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
8.6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
25
Sprache Difficult Word Count
26

Chuck Grassley

Finally, they contain unprecedented consultation procedures which ensure meaningful and timely consultations with Congress every step of the way, without curtailing the President's ability to negotiate good agreements.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.77778
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.77778
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.7346
VADER
0.881
Very Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.0319973828
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0068895395
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0046730558
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.004204685
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0013895106
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0005730707
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0002237861
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
4.79048E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
7.9582E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
3.2428E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
7.311E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
87.377
Magnitude:
123
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
0
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
9.3
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
14
Sprache Difficult Word Count
14

Chuck Grassley

In short, the Bipartisan TPA bill provides the President with the flexibility he needs to negotiate strong international trade agreements while maintaining Congress' constitutional role over U.S. trade policy. It represents a thoughtful approach to addressing the complex relationship between international trade, worker rights, and the environment. And it does so without undermining the fundamental purpose and proven effectiveness of Trade Promotion Authority procedures. It is an extremely solid bill which I am proud to support.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.27297
VADER
0.947
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.029373751
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0121060366
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0113010661
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0046456142
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0025786521
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0025731764
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0018934879
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
6.09207E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
5.12488E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
3.31904E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.75629E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
87.562
Magnitude:
25
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
32.3
Gunning-Fog Score
14
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
32
Sprache Difficult Word Count
34

Chuck Grassley

I would like to include some material for the Record which provides some background on how we got to where we are today.
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
Moderation
Violence
0.063536712
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0210429513
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0174487926
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0019952124
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0017708684
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0011206954
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.000119974
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0001082548
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
8.77737E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
5.21614E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
9.5773E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
87.881
Magnitude:
37
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
69.5
Gunning-Fog Score
10.9
Coleman-Liau Index
9
SMOG Index
9
Automated Readability Index
9.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
3.2
Sprache Readability Score
3.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
3
Sprache Difficult Word Count
5

Chuck Grassley

Today we are on the verge of passing this critical bill and sending it to the President's desk for his signature. I want to recognize Chairman Baucus' strong efforts during the recent House-Senate conference on the Trade Act. I think they were key to our success.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.51083
VADER
0.807
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0408197229
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0101801998
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.001124317
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0011202007
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0010729775
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0007543426
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0001138813
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
8.67375E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
5.51649E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
2.41649E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
6.977E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
79.843
Magnitude:
100
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
7.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
70.3
Gunning-Fog Score
9.7
Coleman-Liau Index
10.7
SMOG Index
9.9
Automated Readability Index
7.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.5
Sprache Readability Score
3.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
14
Sprache Difficult Word Count
16

Chuck Grassley

I would now like to briefly outline two other provisions in the bill -- Trade Adjustment Assistance and the Andean Trade Promotion Act.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.94591
VADER
0.361
Somewhat Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.0158159382
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0109732384
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0078563055
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0029780726
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0010146301
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0008009038
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.000191726
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
5.54602E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
4.86339E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.75885E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.22635E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
85.42
Magnitude:
133
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.2
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
53.8
Gunning-Fog Score
10.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.4
Sprache Readability Score
4.1
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
6
Sprache Difficult Word Count
9

Chuck Grassley

First on TAA. The Trade Act reauthorizes and improves Trade Adjustment Assistance for America's workers whose jobs may be displaced by trade. I think the TAA provisions in the Trade Act are a vast improvement over the legislation that passed the Senate. The Senate TAA bill would have entirely rewritten existing law. In doing so, the Senate bill added a number of new, costly definitions, time-lines and ambiguous administrative obligations. The Trade Act removes these burdensome and ill-advised changes.
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
0.44
Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0583933783
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0204806274
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0174347719
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0059841859
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0028817491
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0011068787
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0007699611
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0004292623
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0002148943
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.16348E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.71648E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
81.171
Magnitude:
68
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
54.2
Gunning-Fog Score
11.8
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.5
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.1
Sprache Readability Score
4.8
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
28
Sprache Difficult Word Count
31

Chuck Grassley

Unlike the Senate bill, the Conference Report simply amends and builds upon existing law. It adds new provisions which help to actually improve the TAA program while maintaining its linkage to trade. The TAA provisions in the Trade Act consolidate the TAA and NAFTA-TAA programs, thereby establishing a uniform set of requirements. It triggers immediate provisions of rapid response and basic adjustment services and streamlines the petition approval process.
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
0.827
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0308442744
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0051139206
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0043918481
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0030416104
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0026589401
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0020530584
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.000776513
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.000190345
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001829476
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0001588377
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
8.13626E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
63.631
Magnitude:
72
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
36.8
Gunning-Fog Score
16.7
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.3
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
33
Sprache Difficult Word Count
35

Chuck Grassley

The act also reduces by one-third the time period in which the Secretary must review a petition. At the same time, the TAA provisions drastically scale back the number of workers who can be eligible for TAA, thereby ensuring that only those workers who are truly impacted by trade and in need of retraining are eligible for assistance. The Trade Act includes a 65 percent health insurance tax credit, and presents a firm, clear alternative to expanding Medicaid and over government run health insurance coverage.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.4
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.4
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.76214
VADER
0.859
Very Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.0995622599
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0711252389
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0207771736
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0142172546
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0082226674
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0066548455
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0013826739
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0009990047
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0006664361
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0002494098
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
8.1869E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
80.667
Magnitude:
69
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
38
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
25
Sprache Difficult Word Count
31

Chuck Grassley

In short, the Trade Act improves the Senate passed TAA bill and represents a more balanced approach to ensuring that workers displaced by trade get the assistance and training they need to quickly re-enter the workforce and compete in the international environment.
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
0.599
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0157448419
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0060363243
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0035670568
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0015293504
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0013411902
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0003677572
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0002928101
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.000120242
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
8.22138E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.22571E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.12837E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
86.852
Magnitude:
102
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
31.4
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
15
Sprache Difficult Word Count
20

Chuck Grassley

There is another extremely important provision in the Trade Act that I would like to briefly mention, and that is the Andean Trade Promotion and Drug Eradication Act. This provision will help eradicate drug trafficking in the Andean nations by helping to create new employment opportunities for the citizens of Bolivia, Ecuador, Colombia and Peru. It is a vital piece of legislation for our Andean neighbors and a critical tool in our effort to fight drug trafficking.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.09091
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.09091
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.16705
VADER
0.858
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0933617121
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0436702452
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0097863303
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0053492658
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0010578166
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0003267992
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001869431
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.000106006
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
9.64648E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
3.3895E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
3.3809E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
82.21
Magnitude:
103
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
34.7
Gunning-Fog Score
17
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
29
Sprache Difficult Word Count
26

Chuck Grassley

The intent of the Andean Trade Preference Act, from the beginning, was to advance our efforts to combat illegal drug production and trafficking. It was then and is now not so much a trade initiative as it is an effort to assist important allies in a critical fight. The nations of Latin America expect us to continue to stand by their side as we fight the scourge of drugs. They have paid a high price to aid us in this effort. It is a battle we cannot afford to lose. So we cannot fail to do our duties as legislators and provide them with the support they need with this important legislation.
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)
0.21131
VADER
-0.851
Very Negative
Moderation
Violence
0.0254865183
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0067536901
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0059692076
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0052816165
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0027123695
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.001097976
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0010731443
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0005655501
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0003061327
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0001742018
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.97516E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
86.264
Magnitude:
116
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
65.5
Gunning-Fog Score
11.4
Coleman-Liau Index
9.2
SMOG Index
11.7
Automated Readability Index
7.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
29
Sprache Difficult Word Count
33

Chuck Grassley

Before I conclude, I want us to step back and take a look at the big picture.
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
0.077
Neutral
Moderation
Harassment
0.0708326465
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0266460847
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0049161994
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0027225826
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0027074542
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0023635623
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0023143513
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0020839892
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0002013898
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0001486383
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
7.35585E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
85.582
Magnitude:
94
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
4.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
90.1
Gunning-Fog Score
6.8
Coleman-Liau Index
4.6
SMOG Index
3.3
Automated Readability Index
3.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
2.7
Sprache Readability Score
2.8
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
2
Sprache Difficult Word Count
1

Chuck Grassley

I will be the first to admit that this bill is not perfect. There are provisions in this bill which I do not support and there are many items I wish were in the bill that are not. But all in all it is a good, fair, and balanced package. It deserves our strong support, especially in this changing international environment.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.3979
VADER
0.908
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0580790453
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0399467768
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0155510992
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.005032188
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0029222476
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0025349154
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0010857899
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0008357972
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0008009236
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0007444985
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
6.74856E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
86.545
Magnitude:
71
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
6.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
76.2
Gunning-Fog Score
8.7
Coleman-Liau Index
8.9
SMOG Index
9
Automated Readability Index
6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
3.9
Sprache Readability Score
3.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
12
Sprache Difficult Word Count
12

Chuck Grassley

International trade has long been one of the most important foreign policy and economic tools in our arsenal. It was a key component of our post-World War II international economic strategy. For over fifty years international trade contributed to stability and economic growth throughout the world. It helped to lift the nations of Europe and Asia out of the ashes of World War II. And it helped America experience unprecedented prosperity here at home. International trade can play a similar role at the beginning of the twenty-first century. But our nation must have the tools to lead. This bill will make a difference. Nations around the world are waiting for our call and our leadership.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
2.19722
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.63636
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.63636
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.41369
VADER
-0.409
Negative
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.0117431649
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0108479951
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0012302701
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0012111345
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0006132514
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0004567555
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0003979968
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0001786728
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
8.06683E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
5.37872E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.11195E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
75.997
Magnitude:
93
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
51.2
Gunning-Fog Score
12.7
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
7.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
34
Sprache Difficult Word Count
34

Chuck Grassley

Today, the eyes of the world are on the Senate. We cannot let them down. I urge my colleagues to support the conference report, vote for cloture and final passage of the bill.
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
0.402
Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0768479018
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0479656243
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0304500631
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0256950356
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0118792166
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0105730796
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0091142458
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0044221906
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0017972459
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0012528157
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.001052371
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Labor
Score:
45.585
Magnitude:
158
Code:
5
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#5
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Health
Score:
42.88
Magnitude:
158
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
5.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
77.7
Gunning-Fog Score
6.8
Coleman-Liau Index
8.8
SMOG Index
7.9
Automated Readability Index
3.8
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.4
Sprache Readability Score
2.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
8
Sprache Difficult Word Count
11

Chuck Grassley

I ask unanimous consent to print the information I earlier referenced in the Record.
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
0.226
Slightly Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.0813451479
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0096783697
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0074551397
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0032523993
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0022601631
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0007797677
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0003754009
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0002103096
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
5.41242E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
4.56834E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
3.1605E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Labor
Score:
41.251
Magnitude:
104
Code:
5
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#5
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
35.5
Gunning-Fog Score
17
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.3
Sprache Readability Score
2.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
5
Sprache Difficult Word Count
7

Tim Hutchinson

Mr. President, I rise in support of the Conference Agreement on Trade Promotion Authority. Since 1994, when trade promotion authority lapsed, America has been on the sidelines while other countries have negotiated free trade agreements beneficial to those countries and harmful to us. Our trading partners around the world have sealed deals on approximately 150 preferential trade compacts, many within our own hemisphere. Yet the United States is party to only three.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.81818
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.81818
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.94591
VADER
0.96
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.0320708321
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0274297956
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0041504496
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0010474868
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0009969328
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0006983935
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0004416948
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.22388E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
9.8754E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
6.4696E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.404E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
86.9
Magnitude:
113
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
50
Gunning-Fog Score
10.2
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.2
Sprache Readability Score
4.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
25
Sprache Difficult Word Count
27

Tim Hutchinson

Encouraging trade has been an undeniable benefit for Arkansas' economy. Arkansas export sales of merchandise for the year 2000 totaled $2.07 billion, up over 13 percent from 1999 and 86 percent higher than the State's 1993 total of $1.11 billion. Arkansas exported globally to 134 foreign destinations in 2000. More than 69 percent of Arkansas's 1,456 companies that export are small- and medium-sized businesses, and 61,700 Arkansas jobs depend on manufactured exports. Wages for those jobs are 13 to 18 percent higher than the national average. For 8 years the United States has missed out on opportunities to increase trade, opportunities we frankly could not afford to miss. Today the Senate will complete our debate on granting the President trade promotion authority.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
2.56495
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.22378
VADER
0.928
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0249367062
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0101651538
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0061630439
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0050651626
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0041041007
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.000892564
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0004966574
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.000285254
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
8.18141E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
4.83345E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.03676E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
69.871
Magnitude:
164
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
56.7
Gunning-Fog Score
13.9
Coleman-Liau Index
11.8
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.1
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
49
Sprache Difficult Word Count
42

Tim Hutchinson

This critical legislation gives the President the authority to negotiate and bring trade agreements to Congress that will eliminate and reduce trade barriers relating to manufacturing, services, agriculture, intellectual property, investment and e-commerce. Most importantly, this legislation ensures that Congress can fulfill its constitutional role in U.S. trade policy and fight for the interests of U.S. workers as well as industry.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.38462
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.38462
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.74721
VADER
0.854
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0253639562
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0138895077
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0077174656
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0075459182
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0064418433
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0011602549
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0010872458
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.000261372
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.000183952
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
5.49418E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
3.13851E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
73.52
Magnitude:
63
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
32.1
Gunning-Fog Score
16.8
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.2
Sprache Readability Score
4.2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
27
Sprache Difficult Word Count
28

Tim Hutchinson

One area of the conference agreement that deserves special recognition is the treatment of trade remedy laws. Our Nation's trade laws are essential to U.S. manufacturers, farmers, and workers. I am strongly committed to preserving U.S. trade laws, as are many of my colleagues. Many of us have written to the President, stating our opposition to trade agreements that would weaken trade remedy laws. The Senate commitment to preservation of the U.S. trade law is unequivocal.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.66667
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.66667
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.43508
VADER
0.875
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0227201672
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0096533906
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0093584058
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0075363256
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.001968443
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0017513996
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001725498
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
6.20374E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
3.75245E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.4718E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.18644E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
71.965
Magnitude:
115
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
6.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
59.3
Gunning-Fog Score
10.5
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
9.9
Automated Readability Index
5.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.4
Sprache Readability Score
3.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
25
Sprache Difficult Word Count
26

Tim Hutchinson

The conference agreement speaks very clearly to this commitment. The legislation before us upgrades, as a "Principal Negotiating Objective," the preservation of the ability of the United States to vigorously enforce its trade remedy laws. This agreement officially codifies our commitment to the preservation of these laws and to avoid weakening measures. It also includes provisions directing the President to address and remedy market distortions that lead to dumping and subsidization.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.8473
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.03609
VADER
0.895
Very Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.0625206332
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0142234101
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0059317106
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0008351079
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.000823465
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0007802706
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
3.21424E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
2.44924E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.01028E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
9.7592E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.1469E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
61.994
Magnitude:
38
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
22
Gunning-Fog Score
17.8
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
32
Sprache Difficult Word Count
31

Tim Hutchinson

Additionally, the conference agreement provides for close consultation between the administration and Congress throughout ongoing trade negotiations. It requires the President to report to Congress 180 days, before entering into a trade agreement, describing the trade law proposals that may be included in that agreement and how these proposals fulfill the principal negotiating objectives. After that report has been submitted, Congress may consider a resolution under special rules expressing disapproval of any trade law weakening provisions that may be included in a trade agreement.
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)
1.75786
VADER
0.944
Very Positive
Moderation
Harassment
1.4918474481
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.4806761164
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0784798001
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0506284006
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0061987921
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0003549097
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0002756642
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001070923
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
3.70749E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
2.62579E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.97692E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
82.655
Magnitude:
59
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
17.3
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
35
Sprache Difficult Word Count
30

Tim Hutchinson

As the administration moves forward with trade negotiations, I urge our negotiators to view the measures adopted today as a clear signal that Congress will take seriously any attempts to weaken our domestic trade laws in the context of these negotiations. The laws currently in place, particularly the antidumping and countervailing duty laws, ensure that free trade is also fair. These laws are of critical importance to U.S. manufacturers, farmers, and workers, and they must be preserved. I plan to follow our multilateral trade negotiations very closely with an eye toward assuring the integrity of these laws.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.33647
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.73333
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.73333
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.6864
VADER
0.893
Very Positive
Moderation
Harassment > Threatening
0.1692170394
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.1324404147
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0811488891
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.020886118
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0153131186
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0107636268
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0105083993
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0003436719
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
3.09345E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
2.11864E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.11086E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
85.827
Magnitude:
72
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
44.4
Gunning-Fog Score
13.9
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
26
Sprache Difficult Word Count
33

Patty Murray

Mr. President, I rise to indicate my support for the Andean Trade Preference Act conference report now before the Congress. As my colleagues know, this conference report contains a number of trade provisions, including Trade Promotion Authority.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.94444
VADER
0.511
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0324097316
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0059413975
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0028995901
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0020590427
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.001912753
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0013119348
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0004203972
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
4.76987E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
1.43117E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
4.7682E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.2735E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
84.139
Magnitude:
37
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
45.7
Gunning-Fog Score
11.4
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7
Sprache Readability Score
3.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
15
Sprache Difficult Word Count
17

Patty Murray

As I have said throughout my service in the Senate, Washington State is the most trade-dependent State in the country. Trade and our ability to maintain and grow international markets for our goods and services is tremendously important to my State. It is an economic issue, a family-wage jobs issue for my constituents who are accustomed to international competition. With these new trade tools, the President can give Washington State exporters new and expanded opportunities abroad. Expanded trade can play a role in job creation and economic recovery for Washington State.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.99853
VADER
0.858
Very Positive
Moderation
Sexual
0.0041154981
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0035397614
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0031536569
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0026394591
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0011511942
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0004690109
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0002993967
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
2.55003E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.28404E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.48681E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
9.666E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
International Affairs
Score:
31.847
Magnitude:
49
Code:
19
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#19
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
43.3
Gunning-Fog Score
15.2
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
28
Sprache Difficult Word Count
26

Patty Murray

The conference report, like all legislation, is a compromise. And while I would have liked to see even stronger provisions on trade adjustment assistance and worker and environmental protection, the conference report represents real progress on many issues I have worked on and supported over the 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)
3.04452
VADER
0.9
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.007966024
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0063255306
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0040166065
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0007298683
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0002005461
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
9.13808E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
8.77169E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
2.66783E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.77485E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
7.5366E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
5.757E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Labor
Score:
30.201
Magnitude:
72
Code:
5
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#5
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Environment
Score:
22.203
Magnitude:
72
Code:
7
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#7
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
35.4
Gunning-Fog Score
18.8
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
18

Patty Murray

More workers will be eligible for trade adjustment assistance. Some workers from secondary industries will be covered for the first time under the conference report. The Senate bill provides a new health benefit to displaced workers.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.75
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.75
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.60944
VADER
0.459
Positive
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.0043222688
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0028338336
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0026714502
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0023123857
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0008915857
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0003408115
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0002122004
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0001316776
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
4.74604E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
3.70934E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
6.7915E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
84.512
Magnitude:
121
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
51.3
Gunning-Fog Score
12.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.4
Sprache Readability Score
3.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
11
Sprache Difficult Word Count
16

Patty Murray

The Senate bill provided a stronger health benefit for displaced workers. The conference report provides a 65-percent up-front, refundable tax credit for COBRA coverage which is slightly less than the 70-percent up-front credit provided by the Senate bill. This is a significant benefit. Congress will have to monitor closely the degree to which displaced workers are able to access the benefits. If necessary, I will not hesitate to support further modification of this program to allow displaced workers and their families to keep their health insurance. This is an issue of ongoing interest to me.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.25131
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.45455
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.45455
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.93156
VADER
0.963
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.2282516332
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.2086711815
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0656036078
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0172338216
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0165727019
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0067547917
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0045377179
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.001946494
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0006720135
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0001924117
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
9.34737E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
81.51
Magnitude:
76
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.2
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
51.7
Gunning-Fog Score
13.1
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
37
Sprache Difficult Word Count
36

Patty Murray

Fast track or trade promotion authority has been debated extensively now for 8 years. The President will soon have the authority that he and his Democratic predecessor sought. As the administration looks forward to difficult trade talks with Chile, Singapore, and others, I call upon the President and USTR Zoellick to be true to the debate the Congress has had on trade promotion. Many important issues have been raised. And while not all are included in the final conference report, the issues raised by the Congress will play a role in final approval of any trade agreement negotiated with TPA.
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
0.886
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0339002174
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0101357691
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0027323107
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0014565005
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0009405922
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0005097423
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0002702004
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0001312669
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
4.75746E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.90438E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.48861E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
86.488
Magnitude:
34
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
51.2
Gunning-Fog Score
14
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
33
Sprache Difficult Word Count
28

Patty Murray

I am concerned that this administration will not be inclusive in upcoming trade negotiations. Members of Congress and outside groups have a legitimate role to play in setting national trade priorities and policy and I encourage the administration to be respectful of these roles. I have had several discussions with Ambassador Zoellick and he has demonstrated to me an awareness of important issues to my State. The administration should not misinterpret today's TPA vote. It is not a vote for a trade agreement. Congress will closely scrutinize the work of this administration as it negotiates as well as any agreement submitted for consideration under TPA's expedited procedures. I will be a very interested observer as the President and his trade team move forward.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.8473
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.64706
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.64706
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.42139
VADER
0.964
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.0187806916
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0093642171
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0059942147
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0028405166
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0017373444
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0006762347
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0005386117
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
9.81236E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
3.76788E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.76972E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
9.7982E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
87.552
Magnitude:
70
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
40.4
Gunning-Fog Score
16.5
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
39
Sprache Difficult Word Count
40

Patty Murray

The tremendous importance of international trade to my State, my entire State is the strongest argument for my vote in support of trade promotion authority.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0.732
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0090725363
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0054782649
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0028323908
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0014335576
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0008836979
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0002323291
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001945642
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
2.48429E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.94287E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.69977E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
5.2091E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
86.039
Magnitude:
57
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
35.9
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.9
Sprache Readability Score
4.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
9
Sprache Difficult Word Count
12

Patty Murray

I look forward to continuing to work with my colleagues, my constituents and the administration on important international trade issues. Today's vote is an important step, a complicated step but ultimately the right step for our country.
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
0.202
Slightly Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.0054999517
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0052952939
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0047543752
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0023163675
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0011712948
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0010440331
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0010245793
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0002112838
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0001728676
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.82015E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
8.2229E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
37.1
Gunning-Fog Score
17.1
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.8
Sprache Readability Score
3.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
9
Sprache Difficult Word Count
12

John D. Rockefeller, IV

Mr. President, I rise in opposition to the conference agreement on the Andean Trade Preferences Act of 2002 that will grant the President authority to negotiate trade agreements and send them to Congress for a straight up or down vote on an expedited schedule. This Administration has not demonstrated that it will preserve our existing trade laws when making international agreements. That means American workers are very likely to be injured by new trade deals, and I cannot in good conscience give up my rights to protect them through the traditional legislative process. I will vote no on this conference agreement.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.77778
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.77778
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.88707
VADER
0.804
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.0065748114
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0030494466
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0014061388
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0005939293
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0002929017
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001169051
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
6.80562E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
5.9131E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
3.848E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
3.1825E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
7.956E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Civil Rights
Score:
46.309
Magnitude:
43
Code:
2
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#2
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Government Operations
Score:
23.479
Magnitude:
43
Code:
20
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#20
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
49.8
Gunning-Fog Score
14
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
29
Sprache Difficult Word Count
33

John D. Rockefeller, IV

I remind my colleagues that within the first few months of this Administration, U.S. trade negotiators put our trade laws on the table at the urging of foreign interests, as they sought to reach an agreement for the agenda of the upcoming trade round in Doha, Qatar. That happened even though 62 Senators had written the President and told him that we did not want any weakening of our trade laws as part of those negotiations. And it happened even though personal commitments had been made to me, as a Member of the Senate Finance Committee, that such actions would not be taken. The Administration knew very well that a clear, strong bipartisan majority in the Senate believed we should fully protect our trade laws, and they made them a bargaining chip anyway.
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)
1.43508
VADER
0.948
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0283255067
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0200548748
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0171194537
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0053150143
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0029345323
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0013672277
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.001200943
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0001842761
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0001591899
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.000137271
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0001180229
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
52.903
Magnitude:
132
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
56.6
Gunning-Fog Score
13.4
Coleman-Liau Index
11.3
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
31
Sprache Difficult Word Count
38

John D. Rockefeller, IV

Without the assurance that our existing unfair trade laws -- including our antidumping, countervailing duty laws, will be protected and aggressively enforced in all instances, I cannot give new authority to the President to negotiate treaties that could leave American workers without needed remedies for unfair trade. West Virginia's hard experience with illegal trade shows why we must maintain the minimal protections provided by our existing trade laws.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.8473
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.17647
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.17647
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.33647
VADER
-0.883
Very Negative
Moderation
Violence
0.0288292096
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0149275525
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0147995874
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0103646351
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0013618391
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0012002595
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0007819318
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0007139109
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.35763E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
2.31464E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.0325E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
87.528
Magnitude:
85
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
16.3
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.3
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
24
Sprache Difficult Word Count
30

John D. Rockefeller, IV

As a member of the Senate/House conference committee that hammered out this agreement, I know that Members of good faith worked hard to produce a bill that balances trade promotion and assistance for workers displaced by trade. In my judgment, the beneficial provisions that help displaced workers in this package do not offset the damage that could be done to American workers through the virtually inevitable weakening of our trade laws.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.66667
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.66667
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.29928
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.27273
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.27273
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.51083
VADER
0.85
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0151058222
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.004366507
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0020543215
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0013172165
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0008519663
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.000457993
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0002093349
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0001088382
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
6.3004E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.8168E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
3.034E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
86.9
Magnitude:
110
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
35.2
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
20
Sprache Difficult Word Count
27

John D. Rockefeller, IV

During the Senate debate, I made it clear that I had tremendous concern about the potential for new trade agreements to weaken U.S. trade remedy laws, in particular the antidumping and countervailing duty laws. These essential laws level the playing field on which our firms and workers compete internationally, and they serve the crucial function of offsetting and deterring some harmful unfair trade practices affecting international trade today.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.66667
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.66667
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.29928
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.65393
VADER
-0.103
Leans Negative
Moderation
Harassment
0.0331749819
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0108201639
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0065569096
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0040333223
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0018242741
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0017228122
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0003957384
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0001271159
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
4.97453E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
3.38148E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.9682E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
86.265
Magnitude:
131
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
41
Gunning-Fog Score
15
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.1
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
23
Sprache Difficult Word Count
31

John D. Rockefeller, IV

I know the Chairman of the Finance Committee shares my concern that we preserve these laws, but we have a disagreement over the effect that granting fast track to the President will have on our ability to do so. While I believe it would be a serious mistake for any Administration to think that a trade agreement or package of agreements can be successfully presented to Congress for any approval, fast-track or otherwise, if it includes weakening changes to our trade remedy laws, I fear that is exactly what this Administration has demonstrated, through its own actions, that it intends to do.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.42857
Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.42857
Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.78846
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.38462
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.38462
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.74721
VADER
0.834
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0097573778
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0030689491
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0010313022
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0004045111
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0003538887
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0001689003
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
3.46919E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
1.43126E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
6.7775E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
6.271E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
3.715E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
85.84
Magnitude:
119
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
21.5
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
11.9
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.4
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
25
Sprache Difficult Word Count
30

John D. Rockefeller, IV

This trade bill will make it considerably easier for the Administration to change our trade laws in international negotiations because it deletes the Dayton-Craig amendment that I, and 60 of my Senate colleagues, voted in favor of adopting. The Dayton-Craig amendment would have ensured that the Senate could separately consider any changes to the trade laws. The final conference agreement, regrettably, diminishes congressional leverage to protect the trade laws. The conference agreement replaces Dayton-Craig with a process whereby either House can pass a nonbinding resolution expressing opposition to proposed changes to our fair trade laws. The Administration could ignore this resolution with no penalty.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.625
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.625
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.34993
VADER
0.748
Very Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.0323721499
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0058507459
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0056512479
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.001242547
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0010993329
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.000820642
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0007614061
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0007607159
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0001691448
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
9.23893E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
9.17382E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
87.604
Magnitude:
91
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
27
Gunning-Fog Score
18.7
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
44
Sprache Difficult Word Count
37

John D. Rockefeller, IV

Arguably, the conference report changes might make it even more difficult for Congress to withdraw fast track, because it would allow only one of either the nonbinding resolution or the more meaningful "procedural disapproval resolution", withdrawing fast track, on any trade agreement. Therefore, if a nonbinding resolution had already been reported out of the Senate Finance Committee or the House Ways and Means Committee, both houses would then lose the right to introduce "procedural disapproval resolutions" on the same. The procedural disapproval resolution was a key element of how the original Senate bill sought to protect U.S. trade laws, and losing the right to introduce it will actually limit Congress' ability to withdraw fast track.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.70805
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.41667
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.41667
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.8473
VADER
0.586
Very Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.3045449499
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0165212201
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.009947396
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0060171351
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.001734985
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0007448039
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0002234193
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001747006
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001582984
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
5.5999E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
9.7755E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
83.827
Magnitude:
30
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
31.6
Gunning-Fog Score
18.2
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
39
Sprache Difficult Word Count
32

John D. Rockefeller, IV

As a conferee on this trade bill, I entered conference negotiations understanding that many of the conferees believed we needed to make adjustments to the Dayton-Craig language. Unfortunately, the final agreement did not retain the basic underpinnings of Dayton-Craig -- that we include some mechanism to allow Congress to remove any efforts to weaken our trade laws from trade agreements returned under fast track. This is a grave failure of the conference. I believe we will come to deeply regret the conference changes in this regard and that American workers will suffer for it.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.19722
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.4
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.4
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.80235
VADER
-0.888
Very Negative
Moderation
Harassment
1.7356405035
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0334354118
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.016730206
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0142715173
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0114185088
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0039858329
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0023683275
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0008448164
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0001926587
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0001461069
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
7.80517E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
International Affairs
Score:
56.404
Magnitude:
35
Code:
19
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#19
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
International Affairs
Score:
35.151
Magnitude:
35
Code:
19
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#19
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
43.8
Gunning-Fog Score
15
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
32
Sprache Difficult Word Count
35

John D. Rockefeller, IV

For my part, I will continue to strongly oppose any weakening changes to our trade laws, whether in the WTO, as part of any deal brought back under fast track negotiating authority, or in any other form. But the final language of the conference agreement will make it harder for me to protect U.S. trade law in the future, and that is a major reason I will oppose this bill.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.45455
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.45455
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.8873
VADER
0.71
Very Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.6105564069
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0322974607
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0121694618
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0051283612
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0048591959
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0017485991
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0002965946
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001122141
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
6.57455E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
4.33811E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
6.9481E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
85.645
Magnitude:
43
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
67.3
Gunning-Fog Score
10.5
Coleman-Liau Index
8.7
SMOG Index
10.3
Automated Readability Index
7.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4
Sprache Readability Score
4.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
14
Sprache Difficult Word Count
19

John D. Rockefeller, IV

I am very proud that the final conference agreement retained much of the Senate's good work on expanding and improving the Trade Adjustment Assistance program. Under this bill, when workers lose their jobs due to imports, they will now, for the first time ever, have some help accessing health care coverage. That is a critical new benefit, and is one of the provisions that was fundamental to moving this legislation in the Senate. Health care coverage for displaced workers is an essential transitional benefit that American workers deserve and that is long overdue.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.14286
Leans Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.14286
Leans Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.25131
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.7
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.7
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.60944
VADER
0.97
Very Positive
Moderation
Sexual
0.0045941699
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0044252534
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0034231842
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0011190357
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0007574676
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0006409318
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001779789
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
4.86358E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
3.74206E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
3.24678E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.5922E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
87.265
Magnitude:
28
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
45.9
Gunning-Fog Score
16.2
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
26
Sprache Difficult Word Count
31

John D. Rockefeller, IV

I believe the health credit provisions in the Senate bill were superior to the provisions of the House bill and to the final provisions of the conference report in many fundamental ways. The Senate's TAA health provisions worked better than the conference report to ensure that workers could access the health credit established by the bill and could afford the health care coverage they need. The Senate bill included necessary insurance market reforms to ensure that the new TAA health credit would be available to the workers who needed it, but the conference report unacceptably dilutes those protections. Unfortunately, in the interest of reaching a quick agreement before the House adjourned, the amount of the Senate's health subsidy was reduced from 70 percent of benefit costs to 65 percent, making it that much more difficult for unemployed workers to be able to afford the coverage. I very much regret that conferees did not retain the senate's worker provisions in whole.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.14286
Leans Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.14286
Leans Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.25131
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.57576
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.57576
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.26224
VADER
0.932
Very Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.0261611276
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0201448915
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0062071565
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0034287154
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0033417215
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0011277876
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0005017203
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0003889579
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0002722194
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
5.8152E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.8637E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
86.329
Magnitude:
51
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
36.4
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
54
Sprache Difficult Word Count
44

John D. Rockefeller, IV

However, I have to not that the final agreement includes one very important addition to the Senate bill by providing health care coverage to early retirees whose companies went bankrupt and who are receiving a check from the Pension benefit Guarantee Corporation, (PBGC). It's only a small portion of the retirees I had hoped would get some health care coverage from this trade bill, but it will make a real difference in the lives of tens of thousands of retirees. And I am extremely pleased we have set a precedent that just because people are retired, their lives are no less affected by trade.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.55556
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.55556
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.17007
VADER
0.83
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0365281507
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.005717991
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0055042856
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0019026542
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0011559797
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0008605894
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0003335738
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0003008639
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0001263212
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
5.70192E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
5.3411E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
International Affairs
Score:
42.377
Magnitude:
44
Code:
19
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#19
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
International Affairs
Score:
36.302
Magnitude:
44
Code:
19
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#19
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
42.3
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
11.6
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
26
Sprache Difficult Word Count
31

John D. Rockefeller, IV

The House had added a provision that helped PBGC beneficiaries access its health credit, as it attempted to muster the necessary votes to appoint House conferees. The last-minute House provision established a new precedent to extend TAA benefits to retirees, but also included unrealistic income limitations that would have effectively made the credit impossible to access for most early retirees, including retired steelworkers who very much need help with their health care coverage.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.33647
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.66667
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.66667
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.48808
VADER
0.966
Very Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.0601839623
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0276741164
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0093923605
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0065811277
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0016141597
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0015430924
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.000376729
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.00014466
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
3.44888E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
9.4083E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
9.4065E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
84.174
Magnitude:
48
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
12.7
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
30
Sprache Difficult Word Count
30

John D. Rockefeller, IV

I am very pleased that the conference negotiations built on the House provision and improved it substantially. The conference agreement will give these workers, aged 55-65, access to a more affordable health credit. The final PBGC provision has the complete market protections of the final package, and these early retirees whose companies have shut down can access this health coverage for the duration of the TAA program as long as they meet the age criteria, are receiving a PBGC check, and do not have access to other health care coverage. There will be no unrealistically low income limitations on retiree eligibility for this program. I know that at some point, some West Virginia retirees will have to rely on this provision, and I am very glad that the final agreement does not forget them.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.33647
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.76923
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.76923
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.90424
VADER
0.96
Very Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.0227018478
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0096717551
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0064691696
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0016924738
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0013158617
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0007920034
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
5.23087E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.71701E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
5.1679E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
4.4429E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.608E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
82.143
Magnitude:
79
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
43.4
Gunning-Fog Score
17.6
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
39
Sprache Difficult Word Count
35

John D. Rockefeller, IV

My hope had been to extend the health credit to all steel retirees who lose the health benefits they have earned when their companies go bankrupt, and not only to early retirees under age 65. Senators Mikulski and Wellstone introduced an amendment during the original trade bill debate in the Senate that would have done this. Fifty-seven Senators agreed that protecting steel retirees was the right thing to do, but our amendment fell just short of the procedural requirement of 60 votes, so the Senate bill did not ultimately include this protection. But the final conference agreement at least says we should help a small group of early retirees, and I am very pleased that provision will become law.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.625
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.625
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.34993
VADER
0.944
Very Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.0540663605
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0205837961
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0201661853
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0035335317
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0021808361
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0016791942
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0002604762
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
4.43963E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
9.7108E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
7.7314E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
2.9647E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
74.617
Magnitude:
57
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
47.4
Gunning-Fog Score
18.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
32
Sprache Difficult Word Count
35

John D. Rockefeller, IV

The Senate's TAA provisions on secondary workers and shift in production were far superior to the House's, and the final conference erodes some of the Senate's work, to the detriment of American workers who will need the help of TAA. Those concessions are a disappointing retrenchment from the Senate bill, and I am disappointed that we did not prevail so that all workers substantially affected by trade could access TAA benefits.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.58779
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.28571
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.28571
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.54654
VADER
0.162
Leans Positive
Moderation
Harassment > Threatening
0.0330739625
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0164726618
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0119154633
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.008141002
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0003943095
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0003931703
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0002496349
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0002459044
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0001842498
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001441231
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001103731
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Government Operations
Score:
22.661
Magnitude:
22
Code:
20
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#20
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
31.4
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
26
Sprache Difficult Word Count
25

John D. Rockefeller, IV

In conclusion, despite the hard work of my Chairman who worked himself to exhaustion to complete this agreement under terrible time constraints as well as the consistently excellent work of his dedicated staff, this agreement does not retain the full benefits of the senate bill, and American workers lose as a result. Fundamentally, I do not believe the assurances and trust that would need to exist between the Administration and Congress on preserving our trade laws and protecting American interests is sufficient to warrant ceding Congress' constitutional responsibility on trade.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.66667
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.66667
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.29928
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.03609
VADER
0.797
Very Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.0197952875
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0038495004
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0031712181
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0009441385
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.000363252
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0001169595
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
7.6521E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
7.1734E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
4.7743E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
3.6681E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.5453E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
85.769
Magnitude:
34
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
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
8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
33
Sprache Difficult Word Count
38

Orrin Hatch

Mr. President, I rise today in support of the conference report to accompany the trade Promotion Authority/Trade Adjustment Assistance legislation. This landmark legislation is a careful compromise that will benefit the American public by creating new jobs and investment opportunities.
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)
3.13549
VADER
0.886
Very Positive
Moderation
Harassment
5.0763513893
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0183097
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0074729833
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0012260853
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0002642059
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001681039
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0001645983
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
8.10518E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.29912E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
6.5881E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
4.4213E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Civil Rights
Score:
45.243
Magnitude:
32
Code:
2
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#2
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
23.8
Gunning-Fog Score
13.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.6
Sprache Readability Score
4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
18
Sprache Difficult Word Count
21

Orrin Hatch

I urge all of my colleagues to support this measure.
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
0.402
Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.0166201455
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0013723041
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0011920611
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0010557535
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0009052331
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0001138336
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
3.80244E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
3.05589E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.08939E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
9.792E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
7.9972E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
International Affairs
Score:
29.057
Magnitude:
35
Code:
19
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#19
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
6
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
69.8
Gunning-Fog Score
8
Coleman-Liau Index
8.9
SMOG Index
9
Automated Readability Index
3.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.2
Sprache Readability Score
2.2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
3
Sprache Difficult Word Count
4

Orrin Hatch

This legislation is not only good for the citizens of Utah, it is good for all Americans and it is good for our trading partners, especially those in the developing world.
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
0.642
Very Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.0297645282
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0072833638
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0045219076
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.000190045
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001165573
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0001119181
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0001005499
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
6.7521E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
6.0504E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
3.0302E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.691E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
84.375
Magnitude:
30
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
41.6
Gunning-Fog Score
17.6
Coleman-Liau Index
10.4
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
6
Sprache Difficult Word Count
8

Orrin Hatch

In fact, almost 10% of all U.S. jobs -- an estimated 12 million workers -- now depend on America's ability to export to the rest of the world. Export-related jobs typically pay 13% to 18% more than the average U.S. wage.
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
0.226
Slightly Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.0270058372
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.009463013
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0033346096
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0032420474
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0028398797
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.002735254
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0024547388
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0004248767
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0002976603
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0002482653
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0001002809
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
86.568
Magnitude:
31
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
4.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
76.9
Gunning-Fog Score
8.5
Coleman-Liau Index
6
SMOG Index
9.4
Automated Readability Index
0
Dale-Chall Readability Score
3.7
Sprache Readability Score
2.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
9
Sprache Difficult Word Count
11

Orrin Hatch

This legislation will help bring new jobs into Salt Lake City and across our state. Last year, Utah's manufacturers produced and exported $2.7 billion worth of manufactured items to more than 150 countries around the world. An estimated 61,400 jobs in Utah are trade-related and one in every six manufacturing jobs in Utah -- approximately 20,300 jobs -- are tied to exports. Trade is of great benefit to Utah's small and medium sized companies. Some 80% of Utah's 1,894 companies that export are small and medium sized businesses.
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
0.893
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0068079346
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0033296175
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0021923197
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0019684636
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0009290598
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0006883251
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001948409
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
6.9175E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
2.00505E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.19778E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
5.2613E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
87.713
Magnitude:
38
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
60.7
Gunning-Fog Score
14.3
Coleman-Liau Index
10.6
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
8.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.3
Sprache Readability Score
4.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
25
Sprache Difficult Word Count
22

Orrin Hatch

As the Ranking Republican member of the International Trade Subcommittee of the Finance Committee, I make international trade a high priority. International trade plays two important roles: it strengthens the U.S. and world economy; and it is a powerful foreign policy tool. Free trade and respect for freedom go hand in hand.
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
0.977
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0398525852
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0174861343
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0047100337
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0018410434
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0006856279
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0004233385
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0003536822
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0001724313
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.24078E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
7.7458E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
3.4373E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
International Affairs
Score:
58.184
Magnitude:
33
Code:
19
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#19
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
28.912
Magnitude:
33
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
49.2
Gunning-Fog Score
9.5
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
11.7
Automated Readability Index
7.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5
Sprache Readability Score
3.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
15
Sprache Difficult Word Count
19

Orrin Hatch

Mr. President, I believe that this measure is one of the most important pieces of legislation we will face this year. Trade promotion authority is vital to our national economy and security, benefiting American businesses and employees everywhere. Simply stated, it means more jobs, higher wages, and better products.
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
0.834
Very Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.1012535999
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0431730674
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0185224839
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0017624174
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0011423957
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0010151895
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0001983341
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001403775
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
6.19157E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.88384E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
1.29374E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Environment
Score:
84.914
Magnitude:
26
Code:
7
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#7
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
37.3
Gunning-Fog Score
13.9
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.1
Sprache Readability Score
3.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
17
Sprache Difficult Word Count
21

Orrin Hatch

Passage of this legislation is a significant victory for the American people, especially our entrepreneurs. It was President Bush's leadership that propelled Congress to address this eight-year drought in trade promotion authority. I remember well the meeting that the President convened in the Cabinet Room two weeks ago today to urge the trade bill conferees to get our work done before the August recess. Today's vote must be seen as a great vote of confidence in President Bush's leadership.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.58779
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.4
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.4
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.76214
VADER
0.891
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0504444353
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0078172357
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0037866208
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0037693124
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.00063461
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0003338676
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0003313251
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001741525
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
3.89477E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
3.8384E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.6259E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Civil Rights
Score:
24.347
Magnitude:
11
Code:
2
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#2
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
48
Gunning-Fog Score
14
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
26
Sprache Difficult Word Count
28

Orrin Hatch

I commend conference committee Chairman Bill Thomas and Vice Chairman Max Baucus for their leadership in expeditiously putting together this bipartisan compromise. Senators Breaux and Rockefeller played key roles as did Representatives Rangel, Crane, Dingell, Boehner, Johnson, Miller, Tauzin, Bilrakis, Burton, Barr, Waxman, Sensenbrenner, Cobie, Conyers, Dreier, Linder, and Hastings.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.19722
VADER
0.649
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0077080513
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0020213565
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.001519307
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0006116364
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0005321707
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0004152257
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
8.67571E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
6.85857E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.63883E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
2.24462E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.3939E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
87.184
Magnitude:
43
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
8.9
Gunning-Fog Score
16.4
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
36
Sprache Difficult Word Count
37

Orrin Hatch

A full conference agreement on three major bills -- TPA, TAA, and the Andean Trade Pact completed in three days! That is exactly the way the Congress can and should act on behalf of the American people if we put partisan politics aside and roll up our sleeves and get to work. In particular, Chairman Bill Thomas performed a legislative tour de force last week. Everyone should know about his leadership and thank him for the way he worked to resolve issues with Senator Baucus and the other conferees.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.66667
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.66667
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.43508
VADER
0.822
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0115318144
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0045892215
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0012011401
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0005900096
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0005041853
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001809344
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
8.09676E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.35865E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.12282E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
1.58603E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
3.8382E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Government Operations
Score:
40.574
Magnitude:
34
Code:
20
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#20
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
International Affairs
Score:
24.758
Magnitude:
34
Code:
19
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#19
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.6
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
58.6
Gunning-Fog Score
13.8
Coleman-Liau Index
11.3
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.2
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.1
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
28
Sprache Difficult Word Count
34

Orrin Hatch

I am particularly pleased that we are adopting this bill in August rather than October or December. This will give the Administration's trade team led by Secretary of Commerce Don Evans, United States Trade Representative Bob Zoellick, Undersecretary of Commerce Grant Aldonis, and Deputy USTR Jon Huntsman -- a Utahn I might add -- an immediate opportunity to negotiate trade pacts that will bring new jobs home to America and help increases the demand for American goods abroad.
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
0.909
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.1986142248
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0285493705
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0277072773
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0182239703
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0015574478
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0011812559
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0004646479
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0001615493
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001093463
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.62681E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.67502E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
87.536
Magnitude:
43
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
16.9
Gunning-Fog Score
18.4
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
32
Sprache Difficult Word Count
37

Orrin Hatch

Not only will passage of this legislation expand the Administration's ability to negotiate, and for Congress to review, trade agreements, the trade adjustment assistance provisions will provide re-training and health care benefits to those workers who lose their jobs due to foreign trade. We in Utah, home of Geneva steel -- where 1,600 workers and their families are struggling due to the fact that unfair dumping of foreign steel has caused the plant to cease production -- known full well that, while most will gain through trade, inevitably some will lose out and need transitional assistance. This bill provides $12 billion of such assistance over 10 years.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.66667
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.66667
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.29928
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.66329
VADER
0.335
Somewhat Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.0409259956
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0225928437
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0214292537
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0153086075
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0098868259
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0010465321
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0004287975
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0001776266
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
4.99965E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
3.77046E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
3.37778E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
87.055
Magnitude:
44
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
42.5
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
30
Sprache Difficult Word Count
37

Orrin Hatch

This legislation will also reauthorize the Andean Trade Pact that expired last December. From my work on the Judiciary Committee, I can tell you that this is a vital trade pact as we help wean these nations away from economic dependence on the illicit drug trade. I want to associate myself with the remarks of Senator McCain on the importance of passing the expired Andean Trade Pact before some South American economies topple.
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
0.671
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.021764671
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0078240155
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0031021937
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0025924626
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0017508903
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.001681436
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0002847132
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0002599417
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0001454578
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001294252
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
3.12448E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
87.116
Magnitude:
41
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
43.1
Gunning-Fog Score
14.1
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.3
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
28
Sprache Difficult Word Count
27

Orrin Hatch

This is a good bill. It is legislation that will have both short-term and long-term benefits. A strong vote for this bill will indicate to our trading partners that the United States intends to play the leadership role during the Doha Round of international trade talks.
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
0.919
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0533996325
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0065530345
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0064734464
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.003175679
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0021810463
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0016136379
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0011008888
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0003999251
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
1.41974E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.1487E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
6.516E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
87.424
Magnitude:
24
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
7.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
70.7
Gunning-Fog Score
10.6
Coleman-Liau Index
11.2
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
8.2
Dale-Chall Readability Score
3.8
Sprache Readability Score
3.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
9
Sprache Difficult Word Count
16

Orrin Hatch

This bill will boost our economy which is still struggling to regain its footing. As we face a new type of war, the war against terrorism, it is important that we strengthen our relationship with our trading partners throughout the world. From mutual economic interests that come through trade, political alliances can form. This dynamic can only help us hunt down and deny safe harbor for any terrorists. At the least, our neighbors throughout the world will get to know Americans and our values and ideals. This will only increase our stature in the world.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
2.3979
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.56522
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.56522
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.21302
VADER
-0.44
Negative
Moderation
Violence
0.0675629417
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0201210874
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.01158589
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0034887944
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0030153808
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0006525273
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0005658581
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0002394058
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
2.68028E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
5.8696E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
8.701E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Transportation
Score:
66.227
Magnitude:
20
Code:
10
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#10
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.6
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
61.6
Gunning-Fog Score
11
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
24
Sprache Difficult Word Count
29

Orrin Hatch

For all of these reasons, I strongly urge my colleagues to pass this bipartisan conference report on trade. Let's get the job done for the American public and pass this bill.
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
0.273
Slightly Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0114879243
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0032988839
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0003554974
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0003467616
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0002093084
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
4.5285E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
3.3934E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
1.27908E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.11849E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
7.2948E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.0259E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
87.974
Magnitude:
77
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
65.6
Gunning-Fog Score
10.1
Coleman-Liau Index
10.8
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
7.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.8
Sprache Readability Score
3.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
8
Sprache Difficult Word Count
12

Max Baucus

Mr. President, I want to take this time to talk in some detail about the Trade Adjustment Assistance provisions in the conference report.
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
0.077
Neutral
Moderation
Violence
0.1082457486
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0251036923
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0232693928
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0046054123
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0040450821
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0002707348
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001591365
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0001141666
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0001091725
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
2.50335E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.15598E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Energy
Score:
91.51
Magnitude:
76
Code:
8
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#8
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
6.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
66.4
Gunning-Fog Score
8.1
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
7.3
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.4
Sprache Readability Score
2.8
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
7
Sprache Difficult Word Count
9

Max Baucus

I am proud of the entire conference agreement -- but I am particularly proud of the TAA provisions. For the first time since 1974, we are partnering a grant of Presidential authority to negotiate agreements that expand trade with a serious commitment to deal with the downside of trade expansion.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
3.04452
VADER
0.955
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.1847113948
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0398311618
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0092190785
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0080696162
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0076937904
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0054545464
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0009789193
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0003066396
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0001549015
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
4.33627E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
2.75617E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Energy
Score:
95.864
Magnitude:
69
Code:
8
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#8
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
42.1
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
17
Sprache Difficult Word Count
18

Max Baucus

We all know that trade greatly benefits our economy as a whole. But we also know that a Government decision to pursue trade liberalization can have adverse consequences for some. As President Kennedy recognized in 1962, we, as a government, have an obligation "to render assistance to those who suffer as a result of national trade policy." The trade adjustment assistance program has been around for 40 years. During that time, it has quietly helped thousands of trade-impacted workers to retrain and make a new start. But the program has also been criticized for being too complicated, underfunded, and available to too few workers.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.42857
Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.42857
Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.78846
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.46667
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.46667
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.93827
VADER
-0.685
Very Negative
Moderation
Harassment
0.089712214
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0547735544
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0423654885
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0236579755
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0057844063
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0022468776
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0007734215
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0002859249
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001332835
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
8.56318E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
5.3435E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Domestic Commerce
Score:
80.132
Magnitude:
26
Code:
15
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#15
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
48.9
Gunning-Fog Score
14.2
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.2
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
29
Sprache Difficult Word Count
33

Max Baucus

This conference report will go a long way toward solving these problems and making TAA work better for working Americans. Does it have everything in it that I could have wished? To be honest, no. That is the nature of compromise. But overall, I think we have done very well indeed. So let me know run through some of the most important provisions in the conference report.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.99853
VADER
0.798
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0473160122
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0264192233
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0179791969
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0027670387
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.001695325
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0012056043
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0003114881
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0002427632
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0002292014
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
9.96896E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
8.638E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
82.888
Magnitude:
218
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
6
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
71.8
Gunning-Fog Score
8.6
Coleman-Liau Index
10.4
SMOG Index
9.9
Automated Readability Index
5.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
3.1
Sprache Readability Score
3.1
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
11
Sprache Difficult Word Count
13

Max Baucus

First, the conference report expands the number of workers eligible for TAA benefits in several ways. Like the Senate bill, the conference report covers secondary workers where the loss of business with the primary firm "contributed importantly" to job losses at the secondary plant. In addition, where a secondary plant supplies 20 percent of more of its sales or production to the primary plant, coverage is presumed. The conference report also provides TAA coverage to downstream workers who are impacted by trade with Mexico or Canada.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.63636
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.63636
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.335
VADER
0.477
Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0066973858
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0039391427
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.003374643
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0024200521
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0004526957
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0002283311
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0001275885
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
6.15425E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
5.0202E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
4.20803E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.7944E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Health
Score:
69.097
Magnitude:
42
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
39.4
Gunning-Fog Score
17
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
31
Sprache Difficult Word Count
29

Max Baucus

The conference report also expands coverage to workers affected by shifts in production. Workers are automatically covered if their plant moves to a country with which the United States has a free trade agreement, or to a country that is part of a preferential trade arrangement such as ATPA, CBI, or AGOA.
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
0.844
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0221913258
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0079151476
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0066163666
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0038229551
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0018042199
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0008462566
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0002823349
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.000117887
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.35732E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
1.94845E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.6286E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Health
Score:
90.163
Magnitude:
93
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
42.2
Gunning-Fog Score
16.6
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
20

Max Baucus

For workers whose plant moves to any other country, TAA benefits are available if the Secretary of Labor determines that imports have increased or are likely to increase.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.19722
VADER
0.718
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0385015912
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0157183065
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0030187066
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.001108385
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0009574045
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0003099815
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001502123
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0001127466
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0001064249
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.66163E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
4.1407E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Labor
Score:
68.739
Magnitude:
163
Code:
5
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#5
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
33.4
Gunning-Fog Score
16.9
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
9
Sprache Difficult Word Count
11

Max Baucus

While the Senate bill did not require a showing of increased imports, there are virtually no instances in which relocating production abroad would not be accompanies by, or lead to, an increase in imports of the product. Only workers at a company that produced 100 percent for export, with no domestic sales, would be excluded. And it is particularly important to note that the workers do not have to prove that the increase in imports will come from the country to which production relocated.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.69231
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.69231
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.52606
VADER
0.242
Slightly Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.0289342046
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0052576361
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0043285221
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0015515358
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0012907372
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.00056926
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0001905638
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001819093
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0001352873
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
3.20497E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.41051E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
87.116
Magnitude:
58
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
44.5
Gunning-Fog Score
17.4
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
24
Sprache Difficult Word Count
23

Max Baucus

In addition, the conference report includes a new TAA program for farmers, ranchers, fishermen, and other agricultural producers. Past attempts to shoehorn farmers into eligibility requirements intended for manufacturing workers have left most with no access to TAA. By focusing eligibility requirements on the relationship between imports and commodity prices, the conferences bill creates a program better suited to the unique situation of trade-impacted agricultural producers.
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
0.366
Somewhat Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.0255881721
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0239569883
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0037727001
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0033870816
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0008339213
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0004834468
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0004693143
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0002321335
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
2.92135E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.91909E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
8.801E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
66.606
Magnitude:
48
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Domestic Commerce
Score:
20.4
Magnitude:
48
Code:
15
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#15
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
6.1
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
31
Sprache Difficult Word Count
30

Max Baucus

The Senate bill actually included two separate programs -- one specifically for independent fishermen and one for farmers, ranchers, and other agricultural producers. The conference report eliminates the separate program with dedicated funds for fishermen. But that does not mean fishermen are excluded from TAA. As agricultural producers, they are still able to participate in the general TAA for farmers program.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.42857
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.42857
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.78846
VADER
0.153
Leans Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.1165276393
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0957823475
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.046838788
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0174587447
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0097963486
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0020810061
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0014880015
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0009004983
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.000596052
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0005010356
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0003585382
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
73.759
Magnitude:
55
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
23.8
Gunning-Fog Score
18.7
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.3
Sprache Readability Score
4.2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
21
Sprache Difficult Word Count
21

Max Baucus

Taken together, these expansions in eligibility are likely to result in tens of thousands of additional workers receiving TAA benefits every year. Moreover, the benefits that they receive will be better than ever before in several ways.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.19722
VADER
0.796
Very Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.0851359509
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0109994813
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.00257092
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0019690851
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0019299914
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0011149665
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
8.6949E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
2.82427E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.2039E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.27023E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.935E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Labor
Score:
94.627
Magnitude:
135
Code:
5
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#5
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
23.4
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
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
9
Sprache Difficult Word Count
13

Max Baucus

Most importantly, the TAA provisions include health care coverage for displaced workers for the first time in the program's history. Workers eligible for TAA will receive a 65 percent advanceable, refundable tax credit that can be used to pay for COBRA coverage, or a variety of state-based group coverage options.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.55556
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.55556
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0.788
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0188719161
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0068715417
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0029525372
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0028053424
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0004568431
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0004262253
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0001000222
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
7.73452E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
3.55817E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.49615E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
1.49351E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
86.888
Magnitude:
77
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
35
Gunning-Fog Score
18.8
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
23

Max Baucus

The credit could not be used for the purchase of individual health insurance unless the worker had a private, non-group policy prior to becoming eligible for TAA. The health care credit is available to workers for as long as they are participating in the TAA program.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.94444
VADER
0.813
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0565529801
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0155079339
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.006286228
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0051388131
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.000431282
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0003254299
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0002275779
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0002131398
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
2.70052E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.52788E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
3.283E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
65.073
Magnitude:
51
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
44.4
Gunning-Fog Score
15.4
Coleman-Liau Index
11.5
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
18

Max Baucus

The conference report also improves coverage by extending income support from 52 to 78 weeks for workers completing training. It adds a further 26 weeks of training and income supports for workers who must begin with remedial education such as English as a second language. To pay for this additional training, the annual training budget is doubled from $110 million to $220 million.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.84615
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.84615
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.12026
VADER
0.765
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.115372322
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0233356695
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0024282357
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0016952912
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.000512616
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.000207517
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0001222661
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0001055506
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
9.60801E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
5.1182E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
4.27107E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
87.018
Magnitude:
89
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
49.9
Gunning-Fog Score
14.7
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.3
Sprache Readability Score
4.8
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
17
Sprache Difficult Word Count
20

Max Baucus

For older workers, the conference report offers wage insurance as an alternative to traditional TAA. Workers who qualify and who take lower- paying jobs can receive a wage subsidy of up to 50 percent of the difference between the old and new salary -- up to $10,000 over two years. The goal is to encourage on-the-job training and faster re- employment of older workers who generally find it difficult to change careers.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.63636
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.63636
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.335
VADER
-0.103
Leans Negative
Moderation
Violence
0.0295504578
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.018693418
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0015905691
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0006031816
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0003544686
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0001798862
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
6.73909E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
6.28451E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.55615E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.8331E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.9827E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
83.007
Magnitude:
94
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
51.5
Gunning-Fog Score
16.4
Coleman-Liau Index
10.5
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.1
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
23
Sprache Difficult Word Count
26

Max Baucus

The Senate bill included a two-year wage insurance pilot program. The conference report improves on the Senate bill in two ways -- by making the program permanent, and by providing TAA health benefits to workers under the program if the new employer does not provide health insurance.
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)
2.83321
VADER
0.66
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0645585591
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0516185479
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0024918632
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0017165965
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0016905607
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0004344971
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0001815535
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
8.82317E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
5.89915E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.06996E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.8681E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
79.879
Magnitude:
87
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
48
Gunning-Fog Score
16.2
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
17
Sprache Difficult Word Count
19

Max Baucus

There are other enhancements to benefits as well. Job search and relocation allowances are increased. The authorization level for the TAA for firms program is increased from $10 million to $16 million annually. And the Conference Report improves on the Senate bill by providing TAA health care benefits for up to 2 years to workers receiving pension benefits from the Pension Benefit Guarantee Corporation.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
2.56495
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
3.3673
VADER
0.969
Very Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.0862836663
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0360980252
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0072481518
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0047921836
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0016609962
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0007759504
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0001484718
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001232456
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.000119435
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
7.5432E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.05841E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Labor
Score:
77.926
Magnitude:
69
Code:
5
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#5
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
39.9
Gunning-Fog Score
15.8
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.5
Sprache Readability Score
4.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
23
Sprache Difficult Word Count
25

Max Baucus

Finally, in addition to expanding benefits and eligibility, the conference report makes a number of improvements that streamline the program. Like the Senate bill, the conference report consolidates the existing TAA and NAFTA-TAA programs. This eliminates bureaucracy and confusion and saves workers the trouble of applying to two separate programs.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.45455
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.45455
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.8873
VADER
0.422
Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.0125365477
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0120858516
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0109222521
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0016131578
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0012286265
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0009297158
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0002652762
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.31069E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
1.07688E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.024E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.822E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Labor
Score:
84.523
Magnitude:
47
Code:
5
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#5
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
28.7
Gunning-Fog Score
17
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.3
Sprache Readability Score
4.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
21
Sprache Difficult Word Count
23

Max Baucus

The conference report also shortens the time in which the Secretary of Labor must consider petitions, extends permissible breaks in training so workers don't lose income assistance during semester breaks, and provides common-sense training waivers for all workers.
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)
0.99853
VADER
0.27
Slightly Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0196232795
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0032660941
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0024268353
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.002328136
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0008275983
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0003989929
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0003365667
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0002859121
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.000269401
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
3.59123E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
9.3102E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Labor
Score:
87.638
Magnitude:
67
Code:
5
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#5
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
15.4
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
15
Sprache Difficult Word Count
19

Max Baucus

Taken together, these are extraordinary improvements in the Trade Adjustment Assistance program. They will make the program fairer, more efficient, and more user friendly. Over the past year and longer, I have worked hard -- with the help of many colleagues on both sides of the aisle -- to raise the profile of TAA. All along, my message has been that if we want to rebuild the center on trade, improving Trade Adjustment Assistance is the right thing to do.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
2.19722
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.85714
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.85714
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.19722
VADER
0.922
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0958362594
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0191639861
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0104139515
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0091048547
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0028723629
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0007629419
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0005278717
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
7.95858E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
3.49983E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
1.837E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
5.4036E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
54.52
Magnitude:
82
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
62.3
Gunning-Fog Score
10.9
Coleman-Liau Index
11.8
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.6
Sprache Readability Score
4.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
18
Sprache Difficult Word Count
21

Max Baucus

I am proud of how far we have come toward that goal. I am proud of this conference report. I urge my colleagues to support the conference report and send this historic legislation to the President this week.
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
0.836
Very Positive
Moderation
Harassment
1.6517492011
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0725857448
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0634564087
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0383589329
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0036259167
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0002756452
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0002450114
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
3.93227E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
2.59105E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
2.44743E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
4.1321E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
41.555
Magnitude:
69
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Labor
Score:
22.527
Magnitude:
69
Code:
5
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#5
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
7.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
67.1
Gunning-Fog Score
10.3
Coleman-Liau Index
10.1
SMOG Index
10.6
Automated Readability Index
5.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4
Sprache Readability Score
2.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
8
Sprache Difficult Word Count
9

Chuck Grassley

Mr. President, this is a historic day. I am very proud of what we have accomplished. The Trade Act of 2002 will soon be sent to the President's desk for his signature, and America will once again take a leadership role in promoting international trade in the world economy.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.94591
VADER
0.83
Very Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.8037128486
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0529184821
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0397657364
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0221467679
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0133940979
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0035605965
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0005782884
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0001319384
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
8.87986E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
4.96868E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
9.4401E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Agriculture
Score:
76.191
Magnitude:
67
Code:
4
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#4
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
66.6
Gunning-Fog Score
10.6
Coleman-Liau Index
9.9
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
5.3
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.5
Sprache Readability Score
3.2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
12
Sprache Difficult Word Count
13

Chuck Grassley

Let me briefly highlight the important provisions in this bill. First and most momentous, we restored the President's ability to negotiate strong trade deals, and send them back to Congress for an up or down vote. This authority has been absent for far too long, and I see this as one of the greatest successes of this Congress.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.22378
VADER
0.962
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0143222176
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0095091556
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0061355531
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0027423739
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.00235519
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0016915896
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.001044059
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
6.83432E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
5.49897E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.70259E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.45366E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
83.168
Magnitude:
107
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
69.1
Gunning-Fog Score
11.9
Coleman-Liau Index
11
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
9.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.5
Sprache Readability Score
4.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
13
Sprache Difficult Word Count
17

Chuck Grassley

Second, we renewed and expanded preferences for our important allies in the Andean region, which will help to eradicate the drug trade that threatens their stability, and our health and safety.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.55556
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.55556
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0.572
Very Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.3967250697
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.1045232988
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0339678169
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0264731818
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0114434697
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0108367574
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0005525362
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0001230557
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
7.51499E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
6.65406E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.21518E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
66.579
Magnitude:
83
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
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
6.6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
10
Sprache Difficult Word Count
13

Chuck Grassley

Next, we reauthorized both the Generalized System of Preferences, which expired last year, and the Customs Service. And last of all, we renewed and expanded the Trade Adjustment Assistance program for workers who become displaced by trade.
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
Neutral
Moderation
Harassment
0.0827156415
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0175327325
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0050033192
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0033629327
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0022851847
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.000308791
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001319121
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001115707
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
7.77037E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.60493E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.44715E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
79.917
Magnitude:
107
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
48.6
Gunning-Fog Score
10.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6
Sprache Readability Score
4.1
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
12
Sprache Difficult Word Count
15

Chuck Grassley

Thank you to my colleagues who helped make this happen. I would like to commend my colleague and friend, Senator Baucus for his leadership and keeping his word that we would get this done. Thank you also to Senator Hatch who has been an instrumental ally in the Conference Committee as well as on the Finance Committee, and thank you to Senator Hatch's staff members Bruce Artim and Chris Campbell for their hard work. Senator Phil Gramm was also a great help in getting us to this point, along with Amy Dunathan from his trade staff. They were key in helping to negotiate a deal when this legislation was first brought to the Senate floor.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.55556
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.55556
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.17007
VADER
0.969
Very Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.0680569909
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0344313768
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0137679715
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0055323701
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0044289474
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.001776003
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0004546547
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0003412437
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0001239048
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
6.74922E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.16205E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
75.831
Magnitude:
80
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
65.1
Gunning-Fog Score
11.3
Coleman-Liau Index
10.7
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.2
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
33
Sprache Difficult Word Count
31

Chuck Grassley

Next, I would like to thank my staff, who have been dedicated and focused on passing TPA for the past couple of years. This is a great success, and I am happy to share it with them. I would like to thank the Staff Director of my Finance Committee staff, Kolan Davis, Chief Trade Counsel Everett Eissenstat, and Trade Counsel Richard Chriss. This would not have happened if it were not for their incredible work ethic and knowledge, along with the hard work and support of trade staff members Carrie Clark and Tiffany McCullen Atwell.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
2.19722
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.85714
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.85714
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.19722
VADER
0.983
Very Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.1167469542
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0375223375
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0097512027
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0094736664
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0077418932
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0013315046
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.000489222
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0003012101
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001703322
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0001341853
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001155173
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
83.447
Magnitude:
106
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.2
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
64.3
Gunning-Fog Score
10.8
Coleman-Liau Index
10.7
SMOG Index
11.8
Automated Readability Index
11.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.3
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
31
Sprache Difficult Word Count
30

Chuck Grassley

My Finance Committee health and pension staff also played an important role in this process. Thank you to Ted Totman, Colin Roskey and Diann Howland for helping us navigate through the complex health and pension issues in the Trade Adjustment Assistance section of the bill.
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
Moderation
Harassment
0.0352340838
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0250271929
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0131014676
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0116806346
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0082767037
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0009962818
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0007252652
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0002308304
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001920339
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0001468045
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
3.04565E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
57.944
Magnitude:
82
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Domestic Commerce
Score:
27.761
Magnitude:
82
Code:
15
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#15
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
50.5
Gunning-Fog Score
12.6
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
22
Sprache Difficult Word Count
23

Chuck Grassley

Senator Baucus had a good staff helping him as well. And I would like to thank them for their hard work and long nights that went into making this happen. Senator Baucus' staff was led by John Angell and Mike Evans, and his trade staff was led by Greg Mastel, along with Angela Marshall Hofmann, Tim Punke, Ted Posner, Shara Aranoff and Andy Harig.
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
0.869
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.1215800177
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0848048832
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0459488307
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0338463869
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.019216373
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0043425916
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0007655381
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0005040881
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0002250482
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0001422256
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
7.5985E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
75.089
Magnitude:
44
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
67.5
Gunning-Fog Score
9.2
Coleman-Liau Index
9.6
SMOG Index
9.9
Automated Readability Index
9.5
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
25
Sprache Difficult Word Count
25

Chuck Grassley

A sincere thank you also must be given to Polly Craighill from the office of the Senate Legislative Counsel, for her patience and expertise in drafting this legislation.
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
0.637
Very Positive
Moderation
Harassment > Threatening
0.0368942245
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0359145342
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0357356563
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0335519289
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0084296298
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0014941843
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0011441827
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0010716287
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0006634714
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0004722018
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0003405406
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
63.52
Magnitude:
66
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
39.4
Gunning-Fog Score
14.1
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
10
Sprache Difficult Word Count
12

Chuck Grassley

We can all be proud of this accomplishment, and I look forward to the President signing it into law.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.94591
VADER
0.477
Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0186614678
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0134668269
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0094583491
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0016023621
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0005100117
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0002132073
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.96257E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
1.16535E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.2546E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
1.1411E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
9.18E-8
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
87.083
Magnitude:
104
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.6
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
67.3
Gunning-Fog Score
9.7
Coleman-Liau Index
9
SMOG Index
9
Automated Readability Index
7.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
3.4
Sprache Readability Score
3.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
3
Sprache Difficult Word Count
5

Mr. President, as we discuss the Andean Trade Preferences Act, it is important to note that for an Andean nation to qualify for trade benefits it must fulfill seven mandatory criteria. I want to focus on one of those criteria in particular. I am referring to the requirement that a country act in good faith in recognizing as binding and in enforcing arbitration awards in favor of United States citizens and companies. 19 U.S.C. 3202(c)(3). I focus on this requirement, because it has come to my attention that a number of ATPA countries may have failed to honor arbitration awards in favor of U.S. companies.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.77778
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.77778
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.88707
VADER
0.978
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0210072089
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0159661446
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0076737721
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0014769458
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0005583332
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0003224386
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001040649
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
9.76848E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
7.23637E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.50096E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.9764E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Domestic Commerce
Score:
97.047
Magnitude:
72
Code:
15
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#15
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
7.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
62.1
Gunning-Fog Score
10.5
Coleman-Liau Index
9.9
SMOG Index
11
Automated Readability Index
4.2
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.7
Sprache Readability Score
4.2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
29
Sprache Difficult Word Count
29

To attract foreign investment, ATPA beneficiary countries need to create a hospitable investment climate. Honoring arbitration awards is a fundamental component of this climate.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.55556
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.55556
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0.919
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.1164661022
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0269788667
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0035674246
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.001325129
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0012150505
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0011255786
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0009432998
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0007604337
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0004604239
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0001950498
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0001776859
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
63.768
Magnitude:
113
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
7.8
Gunning-Fog Score
18.1
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
10
Sprache Readability Score
3.2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
15
Sprache Difficult Word Count
13

This matter is sufficiently important that the Finance Committee drew special attention to it in its report on the Andean Trade Preference Expansion Act Report Number 107-126. In that report, the Committee identified several specific cases in which we understand that Andean countries had failed to honor arbitration awards in favor of U.S. companies. Some of these cases have remained unresolved for far too long. I urge those countries seeking to qualify for enhanced benefits to resolve these situations promptly.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.58779
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.875
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.875
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.33537
VADER
0.929
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.0219404814
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0075540753
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0050931925
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0008760202
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0001500493
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0001486693
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
9.34828E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
8.10783E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
3.63959E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.34775E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.13687E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
88.057
Magnitude:
51
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
47.5
Gunning-Fog Score
11.8
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.3
Sprache Readability Score
4.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
24
Sprache Difficult Word Count
27

I urge my colleagues to join me in emphasizing the importance of ATPA beneficiary countries' honoring arbitration awards in favor of United States citizens and companies. I urge the President and the U.S. Trade Representative to examine this matter very closely in determining whether to give enhanced benefits to the ATPA countries.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
3.21888
VADER
0.965
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.034228657
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0295785896
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0171351639
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0093480143
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0039929775
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0008105184
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0005011436
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0001173451
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
2.4854E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.58525E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
5.7032E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
69.753
Magnitude:
104
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
32.2
Gunning-Fog Score
13.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.8
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.9
Sprache Readability Score
4.1
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
21
Sprache Difficult Word Count
23

I also want to address briefly a provision in the conference report concerning negotiations left over from the Uruguay Round of world trade negotiations. Specifically, section 2102(b)(13) of the conference report concerns certain "WTO extended negotiations." One of these is negotiation on trade in civil aircraft. The conference report incorporates by reference the objectives set forth in section 135(c) of the Uruguay Round Agreements Act 19 U.S.C. 3355(c). When the URAA was enacted, the objective set forth at section 135(c) was elaborated on in the accompanying statement of administrative action. It is my understanding that in incorporating by reference section 135(c) of the URAA, Congress also is re-affirming the corresponding provisions from the statement of administrative action. This understanding is consistent with the explanation in the Finance Committee's report on H.R. 3005 Report Number 107-139.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.19722
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.8
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.8
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.00148
VADER
0.586
Very Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.0336486701
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0054469674
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0037747588
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0033337827
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0029017561
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0006462464
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.000602313
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.68556E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.61967E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
1.49021E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.35431E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
43.977
Magnitude:
86
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Domestic Commerce
Score:
36.702
Magnitude:
86
Code:
15
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#15
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
50.2
Gunning-Fog Score
12.8
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
7.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
52
Sprache Difficult Word Count
38

Max Baucus

I further want to address an aspect of the Andean Trade Preference Act, which forms part of the Trade Act of 2002. The Andean Trade Preference Act grants duty-free access to certain tuna products from the Andean countries. Let me first say that I support the objective of the Andean Trade Preference Act to encourage the Andean countries in promoting economic development and fighting the drug trade. I am concerned, however, that some tuna imported into the United States under this preference program may not be legally harvested.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.27297
VADER
0.9
Very Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.1122815069
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.04726068
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0109015047
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0091990034
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0021660186
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0018761961
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0002534114
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001200709
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
6.04859E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
4.38772E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.7074E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Domestic Commerce
Score:
68.948
Magnitude:
46
Code:
15
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#15
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
52.1
Gunning-Fog Score
13.4
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.4
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
30
Sprache Difficult Word Count
29

Max Baucus

A case was recently reported in the news in which the El Dorado, a Colombian-flagged vessel working for the Ecuadorian company Inepaca, one of the largest fish processing facilities in Latin America, was caught fishing illegally in Ecuador's Galapagos Marine Reserve. Industrial fishing in the reserve is prohibited under Ecuadorian law. The Galapagos Marine Reserve is a globally significant area that was recognized earlier this year as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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
0.202
Slightly Positive
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.0120902878
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0067662411
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0029082334
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0012724423
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0011501626
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0005816641
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
6.71644E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.2168E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.3688E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
9.795E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.23E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
77.165
Magnitude:
86
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
8.3
Gunning-Fog Score
16.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
36
Sprache Difficult Word Count
33

Max Baucus

In addition, the report stated that the vessel was illegally fishing for tuna using a method known as dolphin encirclement. This technique is permitted under international law only if its carried out in compliance with dolphin protection requirements imposed through the Agreement on the International Dolphin Conservation Program and other associated legal requirements. The El Dorado reportedly was not authorized to fish using this method. As a result, dolphins were trapped in the net, and over 60 dolphins were either killed or injured. It concerns me that some of the tuna that will be coming into the United States duty free under the Andean Trade Preference Act may be caught in the same way -- illegally, and without respect for dolphins and other marine life.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.19722
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.3
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.3
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.58779
VADER
-0.405
Negative
Moderation
Violence
0.004952696
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0034041499
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0014010738
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0012882826
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0008197229
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
8.28799E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
3.07048E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
1.48735E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
6.9507E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
4.2818E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.955E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
87.442
Magnitude:
101
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
37
Gunning-Fog Score
14.8
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
46
Sprache Difficult Word Count
47

Max Baucus

I raised this issue during the conference on the trade bill. I am concerned about our environmental and trade policies being mutually supportive. As my colleagues know, the conference report also sets out the overall trade negotiating objectives of the United States. Those objectives include ensuring that trade and environmental policies are mutually supportive, and seeking to protect and preserve the environment and enhance the international means of doing so, while optimizing the use of the world's resources. Moreover, the conference report makes it a principal negotiating objective to ensure that a party to a trade agreement with the United States does not fail to effectively enforce its environmental laws in a manner affecting trade.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.42857
Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.42857
Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.78846
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.74194
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.74194
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.81011
VADER
0.966
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0133178008
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0110742352
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0023030809
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0005198073
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0005055435
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0004604674
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
8.7484E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
3.49629E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
4.724E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
3.3727E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
2.5688E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
87.84
Magnitude:
40
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
29
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
42
Sprache Difficult Word Count
40

Max Baucus

I would like to emphasize that, according to reports, the El Dorado incident was not a case where the government simply didn't know about the violation. This was a case of truly ineffective enforcement. As I understand it, the Galapagos National Park Authorities actually captured the El Dorado and took videotape of the incident. The Captain of the Port, an official of the Ecuadorian navy, fined the El Dorado's captain four cents. I think we can all agree that a fine of 4 cents does not even amount to a slap on the wrist. We are waiting to see if the Ecuadorian Government will take additional steps to further prosecute this case.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.3979
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.16667
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.16667
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.31015
VADER
0.44
Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.0473790831
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0216791537
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0073350253
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0055107768
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.001961519
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0017345666
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0009473983
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
5.15537E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
4.41683E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.85174E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.5952E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
79.645
Magnitude:
78
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
48.9
Gunning-Fog Score
12.5
Coleman-Liau Index
11.1
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
29
Sprache Difficult Word Count
33

Max Baucus

I also believe that the El Dorado incident is not an isolated case. I understand that when the Galapagos National Park authorities found the El Dorado, they were in search of another vessel that had been fishing illegally in the Galapagos Marine Reserve.
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
0.098
Neutral
Moderation
Harassment
0.017355688
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0092358139
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0032374715
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.001979771
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0019030625
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0003404577
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0002844179
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
4.6943E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
9.8266E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
4.2274E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
7.368E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
81.196
Magnitude:
70
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
35.5
Gunning-Fog Score
14.2
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.2
Sprache Readability Score
4.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
14
Sprache Difficult Word Count
14

Max Baucus

The Andean Trade Preference Act requires the U.S. Trade Representative to report to Congress biannually on beneficiary countries' compliance with the eligibility criteria under the Act. As chairman of the Finance Committee, I will be asking the U.S. Trade Representative to include in its biannual reports a discussion of the extent to which beneficiary countries are enforcing their environmental laws, including the prohibition on industrial fishing in the Galapagos Marine Reserve, and complying with their international obligations under the Agreement on the International Dolphin Conservation Program.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.63636
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.63636
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.335
VADER
0.856
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0450115767
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0065451524
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0023362782
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0010862715
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0003747281
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0001240138
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
9.7929E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
3.95994E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.19868E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
5.067E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
8.976E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Domestic Commerce
Score:
90.889
Magnitude:
58
Code:
15
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#15
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
16
Gunning-Fog Score
12.7
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
38
Sprache Difficult Word Count
38

Max Baucus

I also note that under section 2102(c)(4) of the conference report, the President is required to conduct environmental reviews of future trade and investment agreements and to report to the Finance Committee and the House Committee on Ways and Means. It is my expectation that these reviews will take into account the extent to which trade agreement partners are effectively enforcing their environmental 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
0.802
Very Positive
Moderation
Sexual
0.0061410035
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.003768317
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0026167922
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0006799984
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0003014179
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0002326823
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0002039447
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
9.2161E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
5.3883E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
9.604E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.979E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Agriculture
Score:
91.456
Magnitude:
93
Code:
4
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#4
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
34.9
Gunning-Fog Score
18.7
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
18
Sprache Difficult Word Count
21

Tom Daschle

Mr. President: for too long, Congress has been deeply divided between those who argued that free trade has no downside, and others who said it is a complete disaster.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.5
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.5
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.8473
VADER
-0.758
Very Negative
Moderation
Harassment
1.1650836095
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0619407219
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0213660081
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0111911679
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0039646944
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0007818408
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0004100291
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0002912041
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0001002786
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.99609E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.9076E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Domestic Commerce
Score:
94.306
Magnitude:
45
Code:
15
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#15
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
6.7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
72.5
Gunning-Fog Score
8.6
Coleman-Liau Index
11.2
SMOG Index
9
Automated Readability Index
7.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.6
Sprache Readability Score
3.3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
9
Sprache Difficult Word Count
11

Tom Daschle

As a result, we did not give the President the authority to aggressively pursue new markets for American goods and services, nor did we do enough to help the workers who were being hurt by trade.
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
-0.402
Negative
Moderation
Violence
0.0066078668
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0054208664
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0010777
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0009928056
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0007064104
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0002582998
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001919839
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
4.90835E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
4.05755E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
3.51587E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
4.1943E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
86.469
Magnitude:
50
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
43.4
Gunning-Fog Score
17.7
Coleman-Liau Index
9.9
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.4
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
6
Sprache Difficult Word Count
11

Tom Daschle

Today we stand on the verge of recognizing in law a basic truth: our economy as a whole benefits enormously from expanded global trade. But some workers, due to no fault of their own, are hurt by it.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
-0.527
Very Negative
Moderation
Harassment
9.8075628281
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0473216031
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0381194521
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0298068131
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0237587912
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0056349698
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0038590861
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.000546375
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0003687535
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0002639282
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
6.8143E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.2
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
62.9
Gunning-Fog Score
12.9
Coleman-Liau Index
8.5
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
7.5
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.3
Sprache Readability Score
4.1
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
8
Sprache Difficult Word Count
14

Tom Daschle

We could not have reached this point without the leadership shown by Chairman Baucus. Simply put, Senator Baucus engineered an agreement that few thought was possible. I have no doubt our nation will be stronger because of it.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0
VADER
0.246
Slightly Positive
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.4596476443
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.4431540612
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.1160093001
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0634720142
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0109048313
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0053290012
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0051616316
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0010475777
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0002175658
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.000129664
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
3.09411E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
86.838
Magnitude:
47
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
6.7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
69.3
Gunning-Fog Score
9.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
10.6
Automated Readability Index
7.8
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6
Sprache Readability Score
3.3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
13
Sprache Difficult Word Count
13

Tom Daschle

I want to thank Senator Grassley, the Ranking member, and Senator Hatch on the Republican side for their work in crafting a bipartisan 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
0.422
Positive
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.0652286981
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0193275453
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0111400615
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0024781517
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0014586091
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0011604674
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.000199233
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0001987652
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.000105
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
3.91906E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.02309E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Government Operations
Score:
34.084
Magnitude:
5
Code:
20
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#20
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
48.5
Gunning-Fog Score
11.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.8
Sprache Readability Score
4.3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
7
Sprache Difficult Word Count
9

Tom Daschle

I want to thank Senator Breaux, who worked so effectively to help us achieve the initial compromise that got us into the conference . . . and then helping find the compromise that got us out . . . with this agreement.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.94444
VADER
0.79
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0485826167
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0237756089
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0095009433
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0021697688
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0020638001
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0011980867
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.000569298
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0004515974
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0003435097
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.79619E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.6501E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
87.846
Magnitude:
37
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
6.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
67.8
Gunning-Fog Score
11.5
Coleman-Liau Index
11.7
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
6.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.7
Sprache Readability Score
2.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
14
Sprache Difficult Word Count
10

Tom Daschle

And, finally, I want to say a special word of thanks to Senator rockefeller for his work in the conference. He was an incredibly strong and passionate advocate for the health care provisions and the entire worker package. He did the workers of West Virginia, and this country, proud.
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
0.947
Very Positive
Moderation
Harassment
1.4285383746
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0468677725
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.02895043
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.024605589
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0061936873
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0029063975
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0005818194
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0004622604
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0003731871
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0002058934
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0001285309
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
85.676
Magnitude:
33
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.6
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
55.6
Gunning-Fog Score
12.2
Coleman-Liau Index
11.6
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
8.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4
Sprache Readability Score
3.8
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
10
Sprache Difficult Word Count
14

Tom Daschle

I stand in strong support for this trade legislation for three fundamental reasons:
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
0.718
Very Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.142571202
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0420816446
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0271427998
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0121985417
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0045653582
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0011310728
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0004325886
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.03454E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
5.8737E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
5.4336E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
9.736E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
85.369
Magnitude:
66
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
57
Gunning-Fog Score
11.4
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
10.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.3
Sprache Readability Score
2.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
3
Sprache Difficult Word Count
5

Tom Daschle

First, in this time of economic uncertainty, it sends a strong message to the American people and to the markets of the world that nothing is going to stop us from seizing the opportunities of the global economy.
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)
0.8473
VADER
0.318
Somewhat Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.2884632209
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.1816597302
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0473624008
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0120446188
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0118325595
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.007967939
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.005030067
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0049621278
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0049551716
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0008957378
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0002590322
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
86.524
Magnitude:
54
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
34.7
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
10.9
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
8
Sprache Difficult Word Count
9

Tom Daschle

Second, it makes sure that while we advance trade, we do not trade away the values on which prosperity is built: that every American should have the opportunity to succeed.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
2.19722
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.56495
VADER
0.875
Very Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.6090711337
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.212535332
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0843896531
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0475041044
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0244168536
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0218489833
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0022971431
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0005593425
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0003520917
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.000186639
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.79638E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
86.943
Magnitude:
56
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
43.8
Gunning-Fog Score
16
Coleman-Liau Index
11.5
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.1
Sprache Readability Score
4.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
5
Sprache Difficult Word Count
8

Tom Daschle

Third, this bill sends a strong message to the nations of the world, friends and enemies alike -- that the United States of America will not shrink from our responsibilities as a global economic leader.
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
0.718
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.3583019832
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.3285649
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0799881585
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0270750606
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0223795199
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0073760588
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0009545264
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.000413923
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0003020011
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0001204996
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.000100032
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Macroeconomics
Score:
91.858
Magnitude:
24
Code:
1
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#1
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
38
Gunning-Fog Score
17.1
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
7
Sprache Difficult Word Count
12

Tom Daschle

These are uncertain economic times.
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
-0.296
Slightly Negative
Moderation
Violence
0.0178991613
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.011967239
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0068731075
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0039483719
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0004357038
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.00038374
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001112692
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
2.41513E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.23515E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.57515E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
3.029E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Civil Rights
Score:
87.059
Magnitude:
50
Code:
2
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#2
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
32.6
Gunning-Fog Score
18
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
9.3
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.6
Sprache Readability Score
1.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
2
Sprache Difficult Word Count
2

Tom Daschle

Americans have seen their confidence in corporate governance shaken. The resulting decline in the stock market has hurt pensions and savings. Families are wondering how they're going to afford a child's college tuition, or their own retirement.
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
-0.103
Leans Negative
Moderation
Violence
0.0307649752
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0208553713
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0051358882
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0009519011
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.000938791
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0001332897
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
3.55205E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
1.5899E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.36348E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
1.04408E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
4.1279E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
97.075
Magnitude:
100
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
50.3
Gunning-Fog Score
13.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.5
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.2
Sprache Readability Score
3.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
13
Sprache Difficult Word Count
18

Tom Daschle

This fear plays itself out against the backdrop of an economy struggling to re-emerge from recession, and a government that has seen one of the most dramatic fiscal reversals in history.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.5
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.5
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.8473
VADER
-0.778
Very Negative
Moderation
Harassment
0.0162306213
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0135500231
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0038600243
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0023749364
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0004777908
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0003395035
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001269823
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
5.88707E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.60255E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.02611E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
3.1671E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
97.75
Magnitude:
88
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
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
6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
9
Sprache Difficult Word Count
13

Tom Daschle

The historic accounting reform bill we passed unanimously last week -- and that the President signed on Tuesday, will help restore integrity to our capital markets.
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
0.758
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.1392002683
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.1150853466
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0898237631
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0353525218
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0204326047
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0067588124
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0003570669
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001713248
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.56528E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.26902E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
3.7907E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
98.03
Magnitude:
56
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
35.9
Gunning-Fog Score
18
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.6
Sprache Readability Score
4.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
10
Sprache Difficult Word Count
12

Tom Daschle

This trade bill is another important step in restoring strength to our economy.
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
0.735
Very Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.0085019135
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0058816706
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0015416244
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0010656494
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0006596885
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
8.53128E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.39479E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
1.2483E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.20201E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
2.555E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
8.41E-8
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
86.213
Magnitude:
42
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
50.5
Gunning-Fog Score
17.5
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.3
Sprache Readability Score
2.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
3
Sprache Difficult Word Count
5

Tom Daschle

No nation is better suited or better prepared to benefit from global trade. We have the best-educated workers and most productive workforce in the world, the most mature economy, the most developed infrastructure. We are in a position to seize the high-skill, high-wage jobs generated by open global markets, so long as we don't turn our backs on them.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.6
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.6
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.71429
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.71429
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.60944
VADER
0.892
Very Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.1270277658
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0124003811
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0107787251
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0039055645
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0026187945
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0003312774
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
7.18835E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
3.3154E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.01602E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
6.495E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
6.0401E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
96.571
Magnitude:
46
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
57.6
Gunning-Fog Score
13.4
Coleman-Liau Index
11.1
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.6
Sprache Readability Score
4.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
18
Sprache Difficult Word Count
19

Tom Daschle

Just as we can't turn our backs on trade, we can't turn our backs on the hard-working American families who have had their lives ruined by the impersonal forces of trade.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-2.3979
VADER
-0.647
Very Negative
Moderation
Harassment
0.0898457889
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0521408394
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0084863867
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0084126623
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0059308168
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0004119229
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001935919
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001147514
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
3.77656E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
9.8761E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.9095E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
87.534
Magnitude:
45
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
63.3
Gunning-Fog Score
15.3
Coleman-Liau Index
9
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.1
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
5
Sprache Difficult Word Count
7

Tom Daschle

It can be devastating to a family when a parent loses his or her job because a factory closes down or moves away. That devastation can turn to real fear if losing that job means losing health insurance.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.3979
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.71429
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.71429
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-1.46634
VADER
-0.95
Very Negative
Moderation
Harassment
0.3179476131
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.1040416188
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.048464071
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0282474037
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0095075142
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0091652146
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0020956661
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0001531588
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0001199417
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
6.34501E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
8.5963E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
94.889
Magnitude:
44
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
58.4
Gunning-Fog Score
12.9
Coleman-Liau Index
9.4
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
8.3
Dale-Chall Readability Score
3
Sprache Readability Score
3.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
5
Sprache Difficult Word Count
8

Tom Daschle

The reality is that the jobs we gain from trade do nothing to compensate the men and women who have lost their jobs because of trade.
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
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.0157912116
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0148633815
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0052470128
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0018575716
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0011075787
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0006847431
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0002667318
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001109919
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0001063365
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.41949E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
8.5161E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Transportation
Score:
50.024
Magnitude:
38
Code:
10
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#10
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Domestic Commerce
Score:
26.625
Magnitude:
38
Code:
15
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#15
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
69.8
Gunning-Fog Score
13.5
Coleman-Liau Index
8.4
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
11
Dale-Chall Readability Score
2.5
Sprache Readability Score
4.1
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
2
Sprache Difficult Word Count
4

Tom Daschle

That's why, for the first time, this legislation provides a 65 percent tax credit to help trade dislocated people keep their health coverage. This represents a significant step in providing families with a greater sense of security.
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
0.875
Very Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.6643164437
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0704898499
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0099157463
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0040896724
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0027904882
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.001777189
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0004122298
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0001031753
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
4.15962E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
4.04789E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.11371E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
94.373
Magnitude:
49
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
46.3
Gunning-Fog Score
16
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.6
Sprache Readability Score
4.1
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
11
Sprache Difficult Word Count
15

Tom Daschle

This bill also makes a number of additional improvements over our current system:
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
0.382
Somewhat Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.068091962
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0585030648
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0424197235
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0292132492
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0036973022
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0030098161
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0028921364
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0015210016
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0005499125
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
4.30018E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.64911E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Government Operations
Score:
83.862
Magnitude:
19
Code:
20
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#20
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
44
Gunning-Fog Score
11.4
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
9.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.5
Sprache Readability Score
2.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
4
Sprache Difficult Word Count
5

Tom Daschle

Under our current TAA program, benefits are available only to those industries that are "directly" affected by trade.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.19722
VADER
0.25
Slightly Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.2358093159
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0785157783
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0760181108
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0255933468
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0094463605
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0006848065
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0002748135
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0002517604
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.57938E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.84288E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
3.7062E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
86.862
Magnitude:
60
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
33.5
Gunning-Fog Score
18.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.9
Sprache Readability Score
3.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
8
Sprache Difficult Word Count
9

Tom Daschle

For example, workers at an automobile plant that closes down due to a flood of imported cars will qualify for help. But workers at a parts supplier that's right across the street, and that closes as an inevitable consequence of the auto plant's shut-down, are out of luck.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.19722
VADER
0.691
Very Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.0065882799
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0060336832
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0039911731
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0013872994
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0003327953
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.000102437
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
4.0432E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.62924E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
2.16763E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
8.9778E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
8.3586E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
87.765
Magnitude:
32
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
55.9
Gunning-Fog Score
15.5
Coleman-Liau Index
10.3
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
3.8
Sprache Readability Score
4.8
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
8
Sprache Difficult Word Count
14

Tom Daschle

Now, for the first time, "secondary" workers and farmers will be eligible for training and other kinds of assistance.
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
Moderation
Harassment
0.1455425983
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0244997791
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0173441731
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0088518071
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0049327013
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0015838621
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.001469197
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0013358748
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0006049161
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0003694399
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001472897
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
83.187
Magnitude:
42
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
49.5
Gunning-Fog Score
13.9
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.3
Sprache Readability Score
3.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
4
Sprache Difficult Word Count
5

Tom Daschle

This bill also includes "wage insurance," a time-limited stipend that replaces some of a dislocated worker's lost income if he or she takes a lower paying job.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.51083
VADER
-0.542
Very Negative
Moderation
Violence
0.0158379436
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0074159427
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0042339696
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0010965738
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0010142692
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0005787629
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0002334914
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
5.15417E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
4.87937E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.20415E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
9.8103E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
82.611
Magnitude:
62
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
45.5
Gunning-Fog Score
16.9
Coleman-Liau Index
10.9
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
10
Sprache Difficult Word Count
12

Tom Daschle

Instead of an unemployment check, these workers would receive a subsidy when they take a lower paying job. This new approach will encourage this group to get back into the workforce and help them try to sustain their standard of living as they approach retirement.
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
0.226
Slightly Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.4799102899
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0663157378
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0453406508
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0381039921
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.005218813
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0031383232
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0014773585
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0001571395
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
7.72363E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
6.23424E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.57499E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
74.77
Magnitude:
52
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
59.9
Gunning-Fog Score
12.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5
Sprache Readability Score
4.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
11
Sprache Difficult Word Count
14

Tom Daschle

Last year, we passed an important education reform bill. We agreed then that we would "leave no child behind." Now we need to make sure we leave no worker behind.
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
0.103
Leans Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0016935266
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0011379626
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0007767922
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0006151357
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0002294138
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
9.50514E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
5.35644E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
3.9189E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
3.27832E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
6.7863E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.3516E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
86.598
Magnitude:
31
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
83.9
Gunning-Fog Score
6.7
Coleman-Liau Index
9.1
SMOG Index
7.9
Automated Readability Index
3.5
Dale-Chall Readability Score
2.6
Sprache Readability Score
2.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
4
Sprache Difficult Word Count
6

Tom Daschle

By strengthening the safety net for those who are hurt by trade, our Trade Adjustment Assistance proposal will help us remedy America's other trade deficit, the deficit of support for the workers here in America who have been hurt by trade.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.95551
VADER
-0.202
Slightly Negative
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.0045882767
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.002134876
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0017501607
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0015667854
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0004046061
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
7.80981E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
4.64711E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
3.46643E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
6.5674E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
3.0383E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.7363E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
87.14
Magnitude:
11
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
29
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.3
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
11
Sprache Difficult Word Count
13

Tom Daschle

Finally, passage of this bill will reassert American leadership in the world. We are the freest, wealthiest, and most powerful country in the world. It is in our interest and it is our responsibility to demonstrate global economic leadership, especially in these troubled times.
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
0.821
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0505412754
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0141197786
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.005148221
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0026829801
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0018242516
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0007301022
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001555391
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0001201948
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
8.27539E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
6.12371E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
4.6965E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
86.164
Magnitude:
37
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
43.9
Gunning-Fog Score
14
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.3
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.8
Sprache Readability Score
3.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
14
Sprache Difficult Word Count
16

Tom Daschle

At a time, when many around the world are doubting our commitment to multilateral action, this legislation says that the United States will be a leader in the effort to establish stronger global trade ties.
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
0.681
Very Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.0925161003
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0248448632
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0127412204
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0038206806
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0036106758
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0027072452
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
9.21869E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
5.53126E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.96262E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.17853E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.0584E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
85.383
Magnitude:
70
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
36
Gunning-Fog Score
18.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
11
Sprache Difficult Word Count
14

Tom Daschle

Expanding trade is not solely about economic leadership, it also offers national security and foreign policy benefits. When it is done correctly, trade opens more than new markets; it opens the way for democratic reforms. It also increases understanding and interdependence among nations, raises the cost of conflict, and alleviates the global disparities in income and opportunity that terrorists seek to exploit in order to advance their own deadly aims.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.25131
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.29412
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.29412
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.57054
VADER
0
Neutral
Moderation
Violence
0.0174267785
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0066923421
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0029045495
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.001629024
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0005058762
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0003081667
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0002705513
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
9.42645E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.96156E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.51413E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
5.838E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
87.695
Magnitude:
30
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
23.6
Gunning-Fog Score
17.9
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
25
Sprache Difficult Word Count
30

Tom Daschle

For example, the Andean Trade Preferences Act, ATPA was designed as an effort to reduce barriers to trade between the United States and Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador and Peru. It was first passed in 1991 as part of a comprehensive effort to defeat narco-trafficking and reduce the flow of cocaine into the United States.
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
0.557
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0070362075
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0048600206
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0048514306
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0020785903
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0004795972
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0001783521
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0001088311
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.31214E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
3.6078E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
3.1395E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
8.558E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Government Operations
Score:
32.21
Magnitude:
78
Code:
20
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#20
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
International Affairs
Score:
27.893
Magnitude:
78
Code:
19
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#19
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
36.9
Gunning-Fog Score
13.8
Coleman-Liau Index
11.9
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
22

Tom Daschle

The program has already established a record of success.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.60944
VADER
0.572
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.010864943
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0030686449
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0028993993
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0017218021
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.00102314
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.000953221
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0007121959
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0003635576
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0003117719
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
4.94107E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
5.1778E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
80.942
Magnitude:
29
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.2
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
37.9
Gunning-Fog Score
12.5
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
7.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.7
Sprache Readability Score
2.1
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
3
Sprache Difficult Word Count
4

Tom Daschle

According to the International Trade Commission, between 1991 and 1999, tow-way trade between the U.S. and Andean nations nearly doubled, and U.S. exports to the region grew by 65 percent.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.51083
VADER
0
Neutral
Moderation
Violence
0.0094793686
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0015895426
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0007133855
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0001381955
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
5.79341E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
4.39183E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
3.84917E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
1.99658E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
3.3766E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
3.302E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
7.18E-8
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Government Operations
Score:
70.929
Magnitude:
24
Code:
20
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#20
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
4.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
77.1
Gunning-Fog Score
2.6
Coleman-Liau Index
9.1
SMOG Index
7.7
Automated Readability Index
1.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.6
Sprache Readability Score
2.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
9
Sprache Difficult Word Count
12

Tom Daschle

The ITC also reports that ATPA has contributed significantly to the diversification of the region's exports, which means that farmers in a region that produces 100 percent of the cocaine consumed in the U.S. now have viable economic alternatives to the production of cocoa.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.19722
VADER
0
Neutral
Moderation
Sexual
0.0230829362
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0226777687
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0220705231
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0141018012
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0013375116
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0011487103
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0001930468
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001577206
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
6.71616E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
3.67968E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
3.06081E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
70.961
Magnitude:
65
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.2
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
41.2
Gunning-Fog Score
14
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.3
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.4
Sprache Readability Score
4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
16
Sprache Difficult Word Count
18

Tom Daschle

That's the positive power trade can have, and that is why, as part of this bill, we renew and improve the Andean Trade Preferences Act.
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
0.758
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0264366856
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0243423085
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0206493321
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0094697025
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0039952665
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0011410902
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0009981314
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0002863656
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0001945633
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
5.15688E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.77033E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
81.783
Magnitude:
107
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.2
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
66.4
Gunning-Fog Score
11.6
Coleman-Liau Index
9.2
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
11
Dale-Chall Readability Score
3.8
Sprache Readability Score
4.3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
4
Sprache Difficult Word Count
8

Tom Daschle

The word "trade" has its roots in an old Middle English word meaning "path," which is connected to the word "tread", to move forward.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.60944
VADER
0
Neutral
Moderation
Violence
0.0109311186
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0067157474
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0023264625
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0016273456
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0011263172
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0003050276
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0002843686
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0001324692
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0001054402
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.88808E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.03229E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Government Operations
Score:
21.484
Magnitude:
12
Code:
20
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#20
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
76.7
Gunning-Fog Score
11.3
Coleman-Liau Index
9
SMOG Index
9
Automated Readability Index
10.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
3.8
Sprache Readability Score
4.1
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
4
Sprache Difficult Word Count
7

Tom Daschle

This trade package will enable us to move forward in this new global economy in a way that strengthens our national security, and the economic security of American businesses and families on both sides of the trade issue.
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
0.778
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0229992787
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0051399697
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0020891051
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0019029498
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0018363547
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0003736162
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001409408
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
4.63636E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
3.33321E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
6.5751E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.4908E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
69.076
Magnitude:
71
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
21.3
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
11
Sprache Difficult Word Count
13

Tom Daschle

I urge my colleagues to support it.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.60944
VADER
0.402
Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.0112202208
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0025508236
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0018877561
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0009559293
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0005011952
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
9.61731E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
8.00966E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
1.51782E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.22077E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.14337E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
6.1231E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
83.817
Magnitude:
101
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
5.7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
66.8
Gunning-Fog Score
8.5
Coleman-Liau Index
7.7
SMOG Index
9
Automated Readability Index
0.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.1
Sprache Readability Score
1.8
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
3
Sprache Difficult Word Count
3

Barbara Boxer

Mr. President, there is free trade, no trade, and fair trade. I am for fair trade. And I am also for respecting the role of Congress in designing public policy. The Trade Promotion Authority package we are voting on today will not result in fair trade and it cedes too much power to the President.
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
0.833
Very Positive
Moderation
Sexual
0.0121123398
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0113209542
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0030137971
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0023447714
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0021091471
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0019726564
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.000331025
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0003009445
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.4571E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
1.1874E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.448E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
76.628
Magnitude:
43
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
78.8
Gunning-Fog Score
6.6
Coleman-Liau Index
9.3
SMOG Index
9
Automated Readability Index
4.2
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.3
Sprache Readability Score
3.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
13
Sprache Difficult Word Count
17

Barbara Boxer

I do not believe in giving a President carte blanche to write trade legislation. I do not want to grant him the right to negotiate away protection for American workers and the environment.
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
-0.235
Slightly Negative
Moderation
Harassment
0.0550757803
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0054942691
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0042227715
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0031922911
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0009542552
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0006130221
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0003325339
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0002293925
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
8.66845E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
5.87271E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.55588E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
82.059
Magnitude:
44
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
54.2
Gunning-Fog Score
11.4
Coleman-Liau Index
11.7
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
8.8
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.1
Sprache Readability Score
3.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
9
Sprache Difficult Word Count
13

Barbara Boxer

Imagine if the President could have proposed a corporate accountability bill and the Congress would have had only an up or down vote. Would we have passed legislation as strong as the legislation the President signed? We are about to debate pension reform legislation. Should we ask the President to make a proposal and then vote up or down on that proposal? Clearly not. It is our responsibility to work with the Executive branch of government to design policies that respect our constituents.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.42857
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.42857
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.78846
VADER
0.858
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.013049737
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0120742981
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0022414119
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0012494687
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0006101618
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0004433352
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0002423087
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
6.95323E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.85915E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.25018E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.8987E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
78.003
Magnitude:
98
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
55.2
Gunning-Fog Score
11.8
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
8.5
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.4
Sprache Readability Score
4.1
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
25
Sprache Difficult Word Count
22

Barbara Boxer

The Trade Promotion Authority legislation fails American workers and fails to address the need for smart environmental protections. In short, TPA could result in trade agreements that are free from environmental and are in no way fair. And it would preclude us from amending future trade agreements to make them fair.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.25
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.25
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.45199
VADER
0.743
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.0314424746
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0246330776
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0212529572
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0080150428
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.00282077
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0011420352
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0011110763
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0001034957
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
5.21279E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
3.89142E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.22532E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Domestic Commerce
Score:
82.213
Magnitude:
43
Code:
15
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#15
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
50.2
Gunning-Fog Score
12.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.8
Sprache Readability Score
4.1
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
16
Sprache Difficult Word Count
17

Barbara Boxer

Let me be more specific.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-1.09861
VADER
0
Neutral
Moderation
Violence
0.0058385896
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0056550645
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0039224989
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0019787818
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0017416309
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0007540521
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0003607112
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
4.4882E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
4.1445E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.7701E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.6618E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
86.529
Magnitude:
59
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
2.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
83.3
Gunning-Fog Score
10
Coleman-Liau Index
6.5
SMOG Index
9
Automated Readability Index
0
Dale-Chall Readability Score
3.4
Sprache Readability Score
1.3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
1
Sprache Difficult Word Count
1

Barbara Boxer

This bill will allow a company to sue a developing nation if that country improves its environmental standards and that improvement results in some monetary loss for the foreign investor. That would discourage developing nations from improving their environmental standards out of fear of being sued. That is not fair trade, it is only trade that benefits the powerful.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.58779
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.45455
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.45455
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.8873
VADER
0.737
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0187698592
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0085380605
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0079483601
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0025022198
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0006179662
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0002695909
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001297036
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.87425E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
9.0854E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
4.8001E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.5149E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
77.882
Magnitude:
81
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
42
Gunning-Fog Score
16
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.1
Sprache Readability Score
4.8
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
19
Sprache Difficult Word Count
22

Barbara Boxer

This bill will push down the wages and protections of our workers by forcing them to compete with workers who go unprotected abroad. It fails to provide U.S. trade negotiators with clear instructions that the U.S. not engage in new trade agreements with countries who are unwilling to provide their workers with the following core labor standards -- freedom of association and the right to bargain collectively, the elimination of forced labor, the abolition of child labor, and the elimination of discrimination in employment. Without a commitment to these standards, and this TPA has made no commitment to these standards, we will not have fair trade.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.19722
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.36
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.36
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.72213
VADER
0.138
Leans Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.084269169
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0272456033
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0108851855
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.005395796
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0015722562
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.001264865
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0009766358
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0002421879
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.90665E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
7.436E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
4.0258E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
85.646
Magnitude:
123
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
55.3
Gunning-Fog Score
12.1
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
11.9
Automated Readability Index
9.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.3
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
31
Sprache Difficult Word Count
32

Barbara Boxer

Most disturbing, the conference committee dropped the Senate-passed Dayton-Craig language on protecting U.S. trade laws. As a result, there will be no reliable mechanism to keep our domestic trade laws from being weakened or eliminated in upcoming trade negotiations. This provision passed the Senate by a wide margin and the conference committee's rejection of it is disappointing.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.3979
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.16667
Leans Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.16667
Leans Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.31015
VADER
-0.93
Very Negative
Moderation
Violence
0.0137069685
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0129522843
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0020195474
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0007005087
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0004147188
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0003880938
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0003592751
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001427453
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.25626E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
1.7736E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
8.3567E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
83.393
Magnitude:
58
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
48
Gunning-Fog Score
14.8
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.2
Sprache Readability Score
4.2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
25
Sprache Difficult Word Count
26

Barbara Boxer

The Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA) package for workers who lose work because of changing trade patterns is also inadequate. In particular, service workers were left out the TAA. And I was blocked from amending the bill to make truckers who will lost their job as a result of trade eligible for TAA.
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
-0.832
Very Negative
Moderation
Violence
0.0023323604
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0018051425
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0015962813
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0008110859
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0003661994
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.000107894
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
7.77223E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
1.2132E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.10323E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
3.4975E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.378E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
85.628
Magnitude:
111
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
62.3
Gunning-Fog Score
10
Coleman-Liau Index
11.8
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
9.3
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.1
Sprache Readability Score
4.2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
14
Sprache Difficult Word Count
18

Barbara Boxer

We should have done better. This TPA bill cedes too much authority to the President and the trade agreements that will result from it will not be fair to workers and the environment.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.94591
VADER
0.602
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0513242965
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0324986584
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0040684412
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0005693984
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0004538636
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0002118655
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001680874
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
2.48586E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.17252E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
4.202E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.89E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
83.174
Magnitude:
94
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
6.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
74.7
Gunning-Fog Score
10.2
Coleman-Liau Index
10.6
SMOG Index
10.3
Automated Readability Index
7.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.2
Sprache Readability Score
3.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
7
Sprache Difficult Word Count
10

Max Baucus

Mr. President, I rise today to discuss the trade law provisions in the conference report.
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
Topics
Topic:
Agriculture
Score:
88.191
Magnitude:
64
Code:
4
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#4
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
5.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
69.5
Gunning-Fog Score
8.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
9
Automated Readability Index
4.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.6
Sprache Readability Score
2.3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
5
Sprache Difficult Word Count
9

Max Baucus

But before I begin, I first want to thank the senior Senator from Idaho, who spoke earlier today on this issue. He and I have worked very hard together over the years to defend our fair trade laws. I think every industry that faces unfair foreign trade practices owes a great deal of gratitude to Senator Craig for standing up for fair trade.
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
0.876
Very Positive
Topics
Topic:
Agriculture
Score:
92.749
Magnitude:
69
Code:
4
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#4
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
57.9
Gunning-Fog Score
12.8
Coleman-Liau Index
9.9
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.3
Sprache Readability Score
4.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
13
Sprache Difficult Word Count
17

Max Baucus

I want to thank both Senator Craig and Senator Dayton for their tireless efforts during the Senate debate on the trade bill.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0
VADER
0.422
Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.2
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
61.5
Gunning-Fog Score
8.8
Coleman-Liau Index
11.5
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
11.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.8
Sprache Readability Score
4.1
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
8
Sprache Difficult Word Count
9

Max Baucus

Although the Dayton-Craig amendment was modified during the conference process, I can say without hesitation that this fast track bill contains stronger protections for U.S. trade laws than any fast track bill we have ever had. And we have those strong protections in large part because of Senator Craig and Senator Dayton.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.19722
VADER
0.737
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.2
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
60
Gunning-Fog Score
9.8
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
8.5
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.3
Sprache Readability Score
3.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
16
Sprache Difficult Word Count
15

Max Baucus

Now, there have been a lot of questions about the trade law provisions contained in this legislation, so I want to take a minute to spell them out in some detail.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0
VADER
0
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
60.8
Gunning-Fog Score
16.3
Coleman-Liau Index
8.7
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
3.6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
4
Sprache Difficult Word Count
8

Max Baucus

The conference bill protects U.S. trade laws in two ways. First, it seeks to ensure that U.S. negotiators do not sign agreements that weaken our laws.
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
0.197
Leans Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
2.2
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
87.3
Gunning-Fog Score
6.2
Coleman-Liau Index
9
SMOG Index
7.3
Automated Readability Index
0.8
Dale-Chall Readability Score
2.5
Sprache Readability Score
2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
4
Sprache Difficult Word Count
9

Max Baucus

Second, it seeks to ensure that our trade remedy laws are not further weakened by WTO dispute panels -- and it seeks to remedy some recent decisions that have undermined these laws.
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
-0.3
Somewhat Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
49.8
Gunning-Fog Score
17.6
Coleman-Liau Index
11.9
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
10
Sprache Difficult Word Count
13

Max Baucus

Importantly, the legislation makes protecting our U.S. trade remedy laws a principal negotiating objective. The bill instructs trade negotiators to preserve the ability of the United States to enforce rigorously its trade laws, and it provides that the U.S. should not enter into agreements that weaken those laws.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.53846
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.53846
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0.436
Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.2
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
51.2
Gunning-Fog Score
11.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
7.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.5
Sprache Readability Score
3.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
16
Sprache Difficult Word Count
21

Max Baucus

I will be inserting for the record what is considered to be a weakening of the trade laws. I fully anticipate that the administration will take these concerns seriously.
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
-0.459
Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.6
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
52.1
Gunning-Fog Score
14.1
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
8.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.5
Sprache Readability Score
3.3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
7
Sprache Difficult Word Count
11

Max Baucus

In addition, the bill also contains a principal negotiating objective instructing trade negotiators to address and remedy market distortions that lead to dumping and subsidization, including overcapacity, cartelization, and market-access barriers.
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
-0.318
Somewhat Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
0
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
10
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
17
Sprache Difficult Word Count
19

Max Baucus

This bill also ensures that Congress is a full partner when it comes to the issue of U.S. trade laws. The conference bill requires the President to notify Congress of proposed changes to U.S. trade laws 6 months in advance of completing an agreement.
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
0.494
Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
4.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
79.5
Gunning-Fog Score
7.4
Coleman-Liau Index
9.8
SMOG Index
8.5
Automated Readability Index
2.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.5
Sprache Readability Score
2.8
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
12
Sprache Difficult Word Count
15

Max Baucus

This will give Congress a chance to comment on proposed changes before an agreement is final -- while there is still an opportunity to fix the agreement.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.19722
VADER
0.881
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
47
Gunning-Fog Score
16.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.5
Sprache Readability Score
4.3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
7
Sprache Difficult Word Count
6

Max Baucus

The President's report will trigger a process allowing a resolution on whether the proposed trade law changes are consistent with negotiating objectives.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.3979
VADER
0
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
8.3
Sprache Readability Score
4.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
10
Sprache Difficult Word Count
13

Max Baucus

After the President submits the report, any Member of either House may introduce a resolution stating that the proposed changes to U.S. trade laws are inconsistent with the negotiating objective that requires no weakening changes.
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
-0.542
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
44.3
Gunning-Fog Score
12.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.4
Sprache Readability Score
3.3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
11
Sprache Difficult Word Count
15

Max Baucus

That resolution is referred to the House Ways & Means Committee or the Senate Finance Committee. If the committee reports the resolution, it will receive privileged consideration on the floor.
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
0.44
Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
45
Gunning-Fog Score
12.7
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6
Sprache Readability Score
3.2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
10
Sprache Difficult Word Count
9

Max Baucus

I fully expect to bring such a resolution, if introduced, to the Finance Committee for consideration. I will not bottle up a meritorious resolution in the Committee.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.19722
VADER
-0.157
Leans Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
33.3
Gunning-Fog Score
12.8
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
8.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.3
Sprache Readability Score
2.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
8
Sprache Difficult Word Count
8

Max Baucus

While committees may only report out only one resolution per agreement -- either a resolution regarding U.S. trade laws or a so-called reverse fast track resolution -- I would note here that fast track procedures area considered to be rules of the House and 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)
2.56495
VADER
0.494
Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
58.1
Gunning-Fog Score
13.1
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
8.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.3
Sprache Readability Score
3.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
13
Sprache Difficult Word Count
14

Max Baucus

The Constitution is quite clear that either body may change those rules at any time. And if Congress's concerns regarding trade laws are not heard, I expect Congress would quickly derail an agreement.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.2
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.2
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.33647
VADER
0.595
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
64.5
Gunning-Fog Score
9
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
10.3
Automated Readability Index
10.2
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.2
Sprache Readability Score
3.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
7
Sprache Difficult Word Count
13

Max Baucus

Second, this bill seeks to improve dispute settlement in the World Trade Organization. Our trading partners are now engaged in a systematic attempt to weaken our trade laws through harassing WTO litigation. They are seeking to achieve through dispute resolution what they could not achieve in negotiations.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.25
Slightly Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.25
Slightly Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.45199
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.38462
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.38462
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.74721
VADER
-0.785
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
48.7
Gunning-Fog Score
11.4
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.8
Sprache Readability Score
4.3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
15
Sprache Difficult Word Count
21

Max Baucus

The conference bill seeks to address this problem in several ways. Like the Senate bill, the conference bill includes an overall negotiating objective instructing trade negotiators to strengthen international dispute settlement.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.8473
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.95551
VADER
0.273
Slightly Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
24.6
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.4
Sprache Readability Score
3.8
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
13
Sprache Difficult Word Count
16

Max Baucus

In addition, the conference bill contains a principal negotiating objective instructing negotiators to seek adherence by dispute settlement panels to the relevant standard of review applicable under the WTO, including greater deference to the fact-finding and technical expertise of national investigating authorities.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.83333
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.83333
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.03688
VADER
-0.052
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
10
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
24
Sprache Difficult Word Count
28

Max Baucus

That means that these panels should not be inappropriately second- guessing the U.S. International Trade Commission or the Department of Commerce.
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)
1.09861
VADER
0
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
45.6
Gunning-Fog Score
6.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
9.9
Automated Readability Index
8.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.4
Sprache Readability Score
2.2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
7
Sprache Difficult Word Count
8

Max Baucus

In addition, the conference bill includes a finding expressing Congress's concerns about these recent bad decisions. In particular, the finding notes Congress's concern that dispute settlement panels appropriately apply the WTO standard of review.
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
-0.735
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
27.8
Gunning-Fog Score
15
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
9.7
Sprache Readability Score
4.3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
19
Sprache Difficult Word Count
19

Max Baucus

Under the conference bill, the Secretary of Commerce must provide a report by the end of this year setting forth the administration's strategy for addressing these concerns. Fast track procedures will not apply to legislation implementing a WTO agreement if the Secretary does not provide the report in a timely manner.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0.494
Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
35
Gunning-Fog Score
16.5
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
18
Sprache Difficult Word Count
19

Max Baucus

I plan to submit for the record a list of WTO cases that raise particular concerns.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.51083
VADER
0
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
7.6
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
69
Gunning-Fog Score
8.9
Coleman-Liau Index
8.8
SMOG Index
9
Automated Readability Index
6.3
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.7
Sprache Readability Score
3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
4
Sprache Difficult Word Count
5

Max Baucus

In closing, let met simply say this: The Senate has made its views on trade laws very clear. Last year, 62 of my colleagues joined me in sending a letter noting that the Senate would not tolerate agreements that weakened our trade laws.
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
0.062
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
72.9
Gunning-Fog Score
11.4
Coleman-Liau Index
9.8
SMOG Index
10.3
Automated Readability Index
9.8
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.1
Sprache Readability Score
4.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
11
Sprache Difficult Word Count
14

Max Baucus

And during the Senate debate, 61 Senators re-emphasized their support for trade laws by passing the Dayton-Craig amendment.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0
VADER
0.402
Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
55.4
Gunning-Fog Score
12
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.9
Sprache Readability Score
4.1
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
10
Sprache Difficult Word Count
12

Max Baucus

There can now be no doubt about the Senate's resolve on this issue. Agreements that weaken our trade laws -- in any way -- simply will not pass. And the procedures in this fast track legislation should underscore that point.
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
Slightly Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.33647
VADER
-0.599
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
6.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
73.8
Gunning-Fog Score
9.3
Coleman-Liau Index
11.6
SMOG Index
9.9
Automated Readability Index
6.8
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.8
Sprache Readability Score
3.3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
10
Sprache Difficult Word Count
13

Carl Levin

Mr. President, I opposed the Senate fast track bill even though it was an improvement over the House fast track bill. Unfortunately, the conference report we are considering today has gutted many of the improvements made in the Senate. I felt the Senate bill did not go far enough. The fast track conference report we are being asked to vote on today is a significant step backwards from what the Senate passed.
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
0.572
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
7.7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
65.3
Gunning-Fog Score
10.2
Coleman-Liau Index
11.4
SMOG Index
10.5
Automated Readability Index
7.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.4
Sprache Readability Score
3.8
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
17
Sprache Difficult Word Count
17

Carl Levin

I did not support the Senate version of this bill because it would not allow Congress to amend a trade agreement, even to improve it to make sure it was in the best interests of U.S. workers, industry, or agriculture. It also did not go far enough to encourage the adoption of internationally accepted labor standards or protect the environment. It did not ensure that U.S. products would have fair access to foreign markets in exchange for granting access to our markets. I cannot support a bill that is significantly weaker than the Senate bill.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.88235
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.88235
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.3979
VADER
0.962
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
7.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
61.1
Gunning-Fog Score
9.4
Coleman-Liau Index
11
SMOG Index
10
Automated Readability Index
6.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.8
Sprache Readability Score
4.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
26
Sprache Difficult Word Count
30

Carl Levin

Granting the President broad "fast track" authority to negotiate trade agreements means Congress must adopt a law to implement any trade agreement on a straight up or down vote, without the ability to offer amendments. I believe in free trade. I supported the Jordan Free Trade Agreement, the Vietnam Free Trade Agreement, and granting China Permanent Normal Trade Relations, PNTR. But I am reluctant to give up the Congressional right to amend trade legislation, sight unseen. When we do that, we are throwing away one of the most effective tools in forcing fairer trade practices.
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)
1.17007
VADER
0.984
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
51.3
Gunning-Fog Score
12.7
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.1
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
31
Sprache Difficult Word Count
33

Carl Levin

This fast track bill is significantly flawed because it does not ensure that future trade agreements will protect human rights and labor and environmental standards. Nor does it require that fair trade practices are included in future trade agreements.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.77778
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.77778
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.7346
VADER
0.547
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
46
Gunning-Fog Score
14
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.6
Sprache Readability Score
4.2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
14
Sprache Difficult Word Count
14

Carl Levin

I am disappointed that conferees dropped my amendment that would make it a principal negotiating objective of the United States to reduce barriers in other countries to U.S. autos and auto parts, especially in Japan and Korea where American autos and auto parts have been all but shut out for decades. Surely, one of our chief objectives should be increasing our products' access to markets which are closed or partially closed to us.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.3979
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.4
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.4
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.76214
VADER
0.572
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
50.9
Gunning-Fog Score
13.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.8
Sprache Readability Score
4.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
23
Sprache Difficult Word Count
24

Carl Levin

Other countries have full access to our market for their autos and auto parts. We should insist that foreign markets are equally open to our autos and auto parts. The conference report makes it a principal negotiating objective to expand trade and reduce barriers for trade in services, foreign investment, intellectual property, electronic commerce, agriculture, and other sectors. Yet the biggest portion of our trade deficit is in autos. In 2001, our automotive deficit made up over 31 percent of our total trade deficit with the world. In 2001, our automotive deficit was 59 percent of our total trade deficit with Japan and 53 percent of our total deficit with Korea. I don't believe that the Senate should approve an omnibus trade bill without addressing barriers to our products which are the largest contributors to our trade deficit. Unfortunately, this flawed bill does not meet this criterion.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-3.04452
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.27763
VADER
-0.929
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.2
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
47.8
Gunning-Fog Score
14.7
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
49
Sprache Difficult Word Count
41

Carl Levin

Unfortunately, America's trade policy over the past 30 years has been a one way street. The U.S. market is one of the most open in the world, yet we have failed to pry foreign markets equally open to American products. Some of the trade agreements the U.S. has entered into have fallen far short of opening foreign markets. To ensure that future trade agreements better promote free and fair trade, Congress must not give up its ability to amend the legislation implementing those agreements.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.44444
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.44444
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.89794
VADER
0.902
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
64.1
Gunning-Fog Score
8.5
Coleman-Liau Index
11.2
SMOG Index
10.3
Automated Readability Index
5.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.9
Sprache Readability Score
3.8
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
24
Sprache Difficult Word Count
23

Carl Levin

I have fought hard to strengthen U.S. trade laws to help open foreign markets to American and Michigan products such as automobiles, auto parts, communications equipment, cherries, apples, and wood products. Unfortunately, without the ability of Congress to amend and improve trade agreements we will not always get the best deal for American products, if past history is any guide.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.42857
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.42857
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.8473
VADER
0.828
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
45.7
Gunning-Fog Score
10.7
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.3
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.6
Sprache Readability Score
4.3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
15
Sprache Difficult Word Count
22

Carl Levin

The North American Free Trade Agreement, NAFTA, enacted January 1, 1994, is a good example of a trade agreement negotiated under "fast track" authority. It contained provisions allowing Mexico to protect its auto industry and discriminate against U.S. manufactured automobiles used cars and auto parts for up to 25 years. It allowed Mexico to require auto manufacturers assembling vehicles in Mexico to purchase 36 percent of their parts from Mexican parts manufacturers. It also extended for 25 more years the Mexican law against selling used American cars in Mexico, a highly discriminatory provision against U.S. autos.
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
0.938
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
34.7
Gunning-Fog Score
12.7
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
8.8
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.2
Sprache Readability Score
4.8
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
35
Sprache Difficult Word Count
33

Carl Levin

When NAFTA was presented to Congress, it was an agreement which discriminated against some of the principal products that are made in Michigan. I surely could not vote for the bill the way it was written, nor could I try to amend the bill because the "fast track" authority the President had at that time prohibited implementing legislation from being amended. Consequently, after NAFTA was enacted, the U.S. went from a trade surplus of $1.7 billion in 1993 to a trade deficit of $25 billion with Mexico in 2000. Over the same period, our trade deficit increased from $11 billion to $44.9 billion with Canada. Since NAFTA was enacted, the automotive trade deficit with Mexico has reached $23 billion.
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)
-0.36772
VADER
0.202
Slightly Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
54.8
Gunning-Fog Score
14.5
Coleman-Liau Index
10.8
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
8.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
36
Sprache Difficult Word Count
33

Carl Levin

Moreover, between January 1994, and early May 2002, the Department of Labor certified that over 400,000 workers lost their jobs as a result of increased imports from or plant relocations to Mexico or Canada. These job losses occurred all over the county and in and around Michigan. For example, 27 employees from the Blue Water Fiber Company in Port Huron who produced pulp for paper lost their jobs as a result of NAFTA imports. One hundred and twenty-nice employees of Alcoa Fujikura Limited in Owosso who made electronic radio equipment lost their jobs to Mexico; 1,133 employees of the Copper Range Mine in the UP lost their jobs when operations were moved to Canada. Three hundred employees of Eagle Ottawa Leather in Grand Haven who made leather for automobile interiors saw their jobs moved to Mexico. The list of NAFTA- TAA certified job losses goes on and on. These job losses didn't result from a level "playing field". These job losses resulted from a "playing field" tilted against us.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.94444
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.17647
Leans Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.17647
Leans Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.33647
VADER
-0.904
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
52.2
Gunning-Fog Score
12.3
Coleman-Liau Index
11.1
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
51
Sprache Difficult Word Count
47

Carl Levin

We've lost too many manufacturing jobs because our trade policies have been so weak over the decades. I've always believed that when countries raise barriers to our products that we ought to treat them no better than they treat us. Fast track authority makes it more difficult for Congress to insist on fair treatment for American products and equal access to foreign markets.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.8473
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.23077
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.23077
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.43532
VADER
0.563
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.6
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
56.6
Gunning-Fog Score
11.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.3
Sprache Readability Score
4.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
17
Sprache Difficult Word Count
21

Carl Levin

Calling NAFTA a free trade agreement was an oxymoron. NAFTA protected Mexican industries and it gave special treatment to certain U.S. industries. For example, leather products and footwear got the longest U.S. tariff phase out, 15 years, and NAFTA included safeguard provisions against import surges in these sectors. Agricultural commodities and fruits and vegetables, including sugar, cotton, dairy, peanuts, oranges, also got a 15-year U.S. tariff phase out, a quota system, and the reimposition of a higher duty if imports exceed agreed- upon quota levels. It's clear that those who were represented at the negotiating table were able to strike favorable deals to protect certain industries and products. That is not free trade.
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
0.974
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
51.6
Gunning-Fog Score
10.4
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
10.6
Automated Readability Index
7.2
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
42
Sprache Difficult Word Count
41

Carl Levin

NAFTA was not the only trade agreement that included specially tailored provisions for certain products. The trade bill we are being asked to vote on contains special provisions to protect textiles, citrus, and some other specialty agriculture commodities.
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
0.863
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
36.2
Gunning-Fog Score
16
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.6
Sprache Readability Score
4.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
16
Sprache Difficult Word Count
18

Carl Levin

I believe that writing labor and environmental standards into trade agreements is an important way to ensure that free trade is fair trade. Regrettably, this legislation does not ensure that international labor and environmental standards will be present in trade agreements. We need trade agreements with enforceable labor and environmental provisions but this bill does not provide for it.
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
0.661
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
34.9
Gunning-Fog Score
16
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.1
Sprache Readability Score
4.3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
19
Sprache Difficult Word Count
15

Carl Levin

This is particularly unfortunate given that Congress is already on record supporting strong labor and environmental standards in trade agreements. The Senate passed the Jordan Free Trade Agreement on September 21, 2001; it broke new ground in its treatment of labor and environmental standards in trade agreements. For the first time, a trade agreement required that the parties to the agreement reflect the core internationally recognized labor rights in their own domestic labor laws.
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
0.958
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
36.6
Gunning-Fog Score
16.9
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
28
Sprache Difficult Word Count
24

Carl Levin

The conference report does not require countries to implement the core ILO labor standards. It only requires them to enforce their existing labor laws, however weak they may be. It also specifically states that the U.S. may not retaliate against a trading partner that lowers or weakens its labor or environmental laws.
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
-0.691
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
54
Gunning-Fog Score
9.5
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
10
Automated Readability Index
7.2
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.6
Sprache Readability Score
3.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
17
Sprache Difficult Word Count
21

Carl Levin

This language undercuts our ability to negotiate strong labor and environmental standards in future trade agreements because our trading partners know we can't enforce what we negotiate through the use of sanctions and the dispute settlement process.
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
0.612
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
18.4
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
14
Sprache Difficult Word Count
17

Carl Levin

American workers already compete against workers from countries where wages are significantly lower than in the United States. Our workers shouldn't also have to compete against countries that gain an unfair comparative advantage because they pollute their air and water and won't allow their workers to exercise fundamental rights.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.42857
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.42857
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.78846
VADER
-0.169
Leans Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
28.3
Gunning-Fog Score
14.7
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
12
Sprache Difficult Word Count
17

Carl Levin

The United States enacted environmental standards that protect our air and water. We have enacted labor standards that allow for collective bargaining and the right to organize, that prohibit the use of child labor, and provide protections for workers in the work place. These are desirable standards that we worked hard to get. We should not force American workers to compete against countries with no such standards or protection for its workers.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.64706
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.64706
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.42139
VADER
0.718
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.6
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
51.1
Gunning-Fog Score
12.8
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.8
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.7
Sprache Readability Score
4.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
22
Sprache Difficult Word Count
19

Carl Levin

The Senate tried to improve this fast track legislation to address some of the concerns I've outlined. I supported many of these efforts. Unfortunately, many of the strengthening provisions added in the Senate were dropped in conference. The Dayton-Craig provision was dropped. This amendment would have allowed the Senate to have a separate vote on any provision of a trade agreement that would change or weaken U.S. trade remedy laws. Instead, the conference report moves rhetoric from another section of the bill regarding Congressional intent not to weaken U.S. trade remedy laws to the principal negotiating section. This is a much weaker provision than allowing the Senate an up-or-down vote on whether to weaken our trade laws or not.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.63636
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.63636
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.335
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.2
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.2
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.38566
VADER
0.302
Somewhat Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
7.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
58.9
Gunning-Fog Score
11.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
11.5
Automated Readability Index
7.2
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
40
Sprache Difficult Word Count
39

Carl Levin

This conference report fails to address these concerns. The weak fast track bill we are voting on today is all the more reason Congress should not give up its role under the Constitution. We should keep all the tools available to fight for free and fair trade, including the Congressional right to amend and improve a trade agreement. To do less than that is not doing justice to our nations workers, manufacturers, farmers or small business.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.8473
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.4
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.4
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.76214
VADER
0.401
Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
64
Gunning-Fog Score
10.2
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
10.8
Automated Readability Index
10.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
18
Sprache Difficult Word Count
28

Jeff Bingaman

Mr. President, I rise today to discuss the Trade bill that is being considered on the Senate floor. I will keep my comments short, as I know others wish to speak on the issue.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.8473
VADER
0.402
Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
4.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
85.8
Gunning-Fog Score
5.7
Coleman-Liau Index
7.9
SMOG Index
6.6
Automated Readability Index
3.2
Dale-Chall Readability Score
3.8
Sprache Readability Score
2.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
7
Sprache Difficult Word Count
11

Jeff Bingaman

I want to begin by emphasizing the positive. We have come a long way to where we are today on trade adjustment assistance. The provisions in the conference report are far better than what exists in current law. I want to thank all my colleagues for their support on trade adjustment assistance, and I want to thank the Administration for finding a path to compromise on this very important legislation.
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
0.934
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.6
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
57.3
Gunning-Fog Score
13.9
Coleman-Liau Index
11.8
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.5
Sprache Readability Score
4.2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
16
Sprache Difficult Word Count
17

Jeff Bingaman

But I also want to take this opportunity to say that this conference report does not go nearly far enough in terms of what needs to be done. In fact, on trade adjustment assistance, I would have to say that the end result in many respects misses the point of what my original bill tried to do.
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)
0.61904
VADER
0.459
Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
63.6
Gunning-Fog Score
14.9
Coleman-Liau Index
8.3
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
3.4
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
7
Sprache Difficult Word Count
13

Jeff Bingaman

In short, there were four goals to the original 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
0.318
Somewhat Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
3.7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
86.7
Gunning-Fog Score
8
Coleman-Liau Index
8.9
SMOG Index
9
Automated Readability Index
3.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
2.1
Sprache Readability Score
2.1
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
1
Sprache Difficult Word Count
3

Jeff Bingaman

First, we wanted to combine existing trade adjustment assistance programs and harmonize their various requirements so they would provide more effective and efficient results for individuals and communities; second, we wanted to recognize that trade frequently has regional impacts and create a program to help communities; third, we wanted to encourage greater cooperation between Federal, regional, and local agencies that deal with individuals receiving trade adjustment assistance; and fourth, we wanted to establish accountability, reliability, speed, and consistency in the trade adjustment assistance program.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
2.19722
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
3.71357
VADER
0.957
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
43
Sprache Difficult Word Count
34

Jeff Bingaman

Each of these goals was created with the view that the system needed to be fair, equitable, accessible, and implemented similarly no matter where you lived in the country. From my perspective, the bill that we have before us does not do this.
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
0.296
Slightly Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
61.1
Gunning-Fog Score
13.3
Coleman-Liau Index
10.8
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.7
Sprache Readability Score
4.2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
10
Sprache Difficult Word Count
12

Jeff Bingaman

Briefly, not all secondary workers, shifts in production, and contract workers are covered under this bill. There are no TAA for community provisions in this bill. The language that allowed the Senate Finance Committee to request the Department of Labor to initiate a certification is not in this bill. The language that compelled the Department of Labor to monitor the implementation of the program across states is not in this bill. The language that required the Department of Labor to submit an annual report to Congress is not in this bill. The language that encouraged greater cooperation between Federal, regional, and local agencies on Trade Adjustment Assistance is not in this bill. And the language that established accountability, reliability, and consistency in the trade adjustment assistance program is not in this bill.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.84615
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.84615
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.12026
VADER
0.459
Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
40.9
Gunning-Fog Score
13.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
47
Sprache Difficult Word Count
46

Jeff Bingaman

I could go on, but this should give you an idea of the key components related to administration and implementation of trade adjustment assistance that were deleted in conference. I have no idea why this occurred, as it seems to me these provisions would be acceptable to Members on both sides of the aisle. But I want to emphasize here and now that these are not minor problems, as they are in fact the essence of whether trade adjustment assistance works well, or just works.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.75
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.75
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.60944
VADER
0.612
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
52.7
Gunning-Fog Score
18.4
Coleman-Liau Index
10.9
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
19
Sprache Difficult Word Count
18

Jeff Bingaman

The fact of the matter is we have created a trade adjustment assistance program that serves more people and that is both appropriate and long-overdue. But the program still does not cover all the people that are negatively affected by trade, and that is, I am afraid, inappropriate and equally long-overdue. Of equal significance, it does not guarantee that the people who are covered by trade adjustment assistance get the efficient, effective, and prompt services they deserve. These assurances are nowhere to be found in the bill. This is unfortunate and unsatisfactory, as it is the fundamental reason that I wrote the trade adjustment assistance legislation in the first place.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.61904
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.48148
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.48148
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.00552
VADER
0.766
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
45.1
Gunning-Fog Score
17.2
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
28
Sprache Difficult Word Count
30

Jeff Bingaman

Although we have come a long way on trade adjustment assistance, we have a longer way to go, and it is my intention to revisit this issue in the 108th Congress. I introduced this trade adjustment assistance bill, I will introduce another in the next Congress, and I hope my colleagues will support it On the fast-track bill, let me say that here too we did not go as far as I would have liked on a range of very important issues: labor, the environment, investment, and trade remedy laws. But that said, we have come farther than we ever have before in the past, and we have signaled to the administration and the international trade community that we will not enter into agreements that do not address these issues directly.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
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
0.846
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
38.5
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
9.9
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
31
Sprache Difficult Word Count
30

Jeff Bingaman

As for the lack of "teeth" in the bill, I would have to agree to a certain extent. That said, there are provisions in this bill to ensure that Congress has very significant input in the trade negotiation process. Moreover, Congress has the option to withdraw fast-track authority if the administration does not consistently and honestly consult with Congress on these key trade issues. As far as I am concerned, the oversight provisions are the crux of the matter, as without them, even the strongest language on labor, or the environment, are meaningless. It is incumbent upon Congress now to analyze what occurs in trade negotiations and ensure that what is agreed to increases high-wage jobs and American competitiveness.
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)
0.64663
VADER
0.858
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
46.6
Gunning-Fog Score
15.3
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
37

Jeff Bingaman

In sum, I think there are significant problems with the trade bill, but not enough to warrant a vote in the negative. I think we have taken a strong step forward here in that this bill provides us with the tools to increase the economic security of the United States. I don't believe we help American workers by sitting back and doing nothing on trade. Rather, I think it is important that we take an active role in defining the terms of trade, and this bill allows us to do that.
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
0.914
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
67.5
Gunning-Fog Score
11.7
Coleman-Liau Index
8.8
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
9.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
3.9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
16
Sprache Difficult Word Count
26

Jeff Bingaman

The debate on the trade bill occurred, we have found a compromise, and now it is time for the Administration and Congress to make trade work for the American people.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.51083
VADER
0
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
55.1
Gunning-Fog Score
13.3
Coleman-Liau Index
10.3
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.6
Sprache Readability Score
4.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
6
Sprache Difficult Word Count
8

Joe Biden

Mr. President, in recent years, I have supported fast track legislation, I voted for NAFTA, for the last round of the GATT and the creation of the WTO. I supported China's accession to the WTO.
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
0.691
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
6.2
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
71.7
Gunning-Fog Score
9.2
Coleman-Liau Index
9.6
SMOG Index
9.9
Automated Readability Index
4.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.9
Sprache Readability Score
3.1
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
14
Sprache Difficult Word Count
12

Joe Biden

I am convinced by the overall fundamental performance of our economy, during a period of expanded trade and the successful completion of trade deals, that expanding international trade generally and expanding markets for American products in particular is good for the United States.
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
0.904
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
0
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
16
Sprache Difficult Word Count
19

Joe Biden

With every step down the road toward a freer, more open international trading system, I believe that the risks are becoming greater and the rewards are less clear.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.94591
VADER
0.787
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
45.5
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
4.8
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
7
Sprache Difficult Word Count
9

Joe Biden

The risks we face -- to our own workers' ability to control their destinies, to the peoples of our new trading partners, to the global environment -- are growing as we expand trade deals into regions of the world that lack many of the fundamentals needed for a balanced trade relationship.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.2
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.2
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.33647
VADER
0.226
Slightly Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
25.9
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
16
Sprache Difficult Word Count
19

Joe Biden

The rewards from moving deeper into those less developed economies could be substantial, for us and for them. But I am afraid that without stronger protections, and those benefits may never materialize for the vast majority of the citizens of the poorest developing nations.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.66667
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.66667
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.29928
VADER
0.368
Somewhat Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
34.5
Gunning-Fog Score
17
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.5
Sprache Readability Score
4.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
15
Sprache Difficult Word Count
16

Joe Biden

At the same time, without strong protections for the men and women whose jobs -- in some cases whose towns, in many cases whose whole way of life is at risk without protections for them, they, too, will see little or nothing of the benefits of freer trade.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.94591
VADER
-0.283
Slightly Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
43.9
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
9.4
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
5
Sprache Difficult Word Count
6

Joe Biden

That is why I am going to vote against the conference report before us today, not because I expect it to be defeated, but because I fully expect it to pass, and I want to make it clear that I, as one Senator, have gone about as far as I can go in my support of freer trade without some stronger assurances that the gains will outweigh the risks, and that those gains will be fairly and efficiently distributed.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.8473
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.71429
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.71429
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.46634
VADER
0.93
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
8.9
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
8.4
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
14
Sprache Difficult Word Count
21

Joe Biden

I voted for many amendments to the Senate fast-track bill, amendments that would have provided some of the assurances I am seeking. I voted for stronger protections for our State and local environmental laws when they are threatened by foreign firms. I voted for stronger protections for labor and environmental standards in trade deals with developing nations.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.8473
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.95551
VADER
0.557
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
44.3
Gunning-Fog Score
13.9
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.2
Sprache Readability Score
4.8
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
23
Sprache Difficult Word Count
22

Joe Biden

Even though those and other amendments were not adopted, I nevertheless supported sending the bill on to a conference with 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)
1.60944
VADER
-0.098
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
46.1
Gunning-Fog Score
17.9
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.4
Sprache Readability Score
3.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
6
Sprache Difficult Word Count
7

Joe Biden

Today we are voting on a bill that not only lacks those provisions, but has weakened many of the important improvements in the Trade Adjustment Assistance Program that were contained in the Senate version.
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
0.296
Slightly Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
38
Gunning-Fog Score
18.3
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
11
Sprache Difficult Word Count
13

Joe Biden

As we expand trade among the nations of the world, we are engaged in a real-life experiment in economic theory. I believe that expanding markets and opportunities are indispensable to a better life for the people of our country as well as for the citizens of other nations.
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
0.891
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
42.1
Gunning-Fog Score
15.5
Coleman-Liau Index
10.9
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.4
Sprache Readability Score
4.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
10
Sprache Difficult Word Count
12

Joe Biden

Just as indispensable are political rights, human rights, a healthy environment -- things that we cannot just take for granted, things that aren't provided automatically by the invisible hand of the market.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.75
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.75
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.60944
VADER
0.785
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
19.8
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
8
Sprache Difficult Word Count
11

Joe Biden

That is particularly true as we undertake to integrate our developed economy -- as well as our system of political and human rights, our strong environmental protection standards, our history and institutions of labor rights.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.70805
VADER
0.816
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
10.6
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
13
Sprache Difficult Word Count
14

Joe Biden

We do ourselves no good, and the citizens of other nations no good, if we fail to maintain those values in balance with the real, tangible benefits of free trade.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.51083
VADER
0.758
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
55.1
Gunning-Fog Score
16
Coleman-Liau Index
9.5
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.1
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
5
Sprache Difficult Word Count
11

Joe Biden

Because this new chapter in the history of expanding trade presents so many challenges, public opinion, here and abroad, shows a deep concern about the ultimate costs of global economic integration.
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
Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.42857
Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.78846
VADER
0
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
22.5
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
10
Sprache Difficult Word Count
14

Joe Biden

Of course, there are still those who believe trade itself is the cause of most of the world's problems, and on the other side, there are those who blithely assume that expanded trade itself is the highest goal.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.51083
VADER
-0.402
Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
61.4
Gunning-Fog Score
16.3
Coleman-Liau Index
10.2
SMOG Index
9
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.4
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
6
Sprache Difficult Word Count
8

Joe Biden

I think we should listen to the common sense of the average citizen, both here and abroad. They understand the benefits that can come from free markets, but they hold other values, too.
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
0.758
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
67
Gunning-Fog Score
11.4
Coleman-Liau Index
10.6
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
7.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
2.7
Sprache Readability Score
3.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
4
Sprache Difficult Word Count
9

Joe Biden

They want to maintain control over their own fates, and the fates of their families, their towns, their countries. They want to treat the environment responsibly.
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
0.511
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
6.7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
70
Gunning-Fog Score
9.8
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
10.3
Automated Readability Index
9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.3
Sprache Readability Score
2.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
6
Sprache Difficult Word Count
6

Joe Biden

They want, to maintain some balance among the values they hold.
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
0.459
Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
4.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
80.3
Gunning-Fog Score
4.4
Coleman-Liau Index
11.5
SMOG Index
3.3
Automated Readability Index
5.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
3.4
Sprache Readability Score
2.2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
2
Sprache Difficult Word Count
3

Joe Biden

So I will vote no today, in the knowledge that we will be granting this administration and the next one the authority to negotiate and bring home important new trade deals, in a new round of WTO talks, and in other key areas.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.3979
VADER
0.228
Slightly Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
47.1
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
8.7
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
7
Sprache Difficult Word Count
10

Joe Biden

I hope they use this authority wisely, and that they treat the negotiating objectives we are giving them today as a floor and not a ceiling on the standards they apply in their negotiations.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.75
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.75
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.60944
VADER
0.791
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
45.4
Gunning-Fog Score
18.3
Coleman-Liau Index
11
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
7
Sprache Difficult Word Count
11

Joe Biden

If they do not, they should not bring us trade deals for our consideration under this fast track authority. Along with the authority we are granting the administration, we are providing ourselves, in Congress with new oversight of the progress of trade talks.
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
0.691
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.2
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
53.2
Gunning-Fog Score
14.2
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.7
Sprache Readability Score
4.2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
10
Sprache Difficult Word Count
11

Joe Biden

We will use this new authority to keep our negotiators on course. The slim margin in the House, and the vigorous debate on the Senate bill should provide ample guidance about the standards we will apply to any trade deal negotiated under this authority.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.22378
VADER
0
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
51.8
Gunning-Fog Score
13.3
Coleman-Liau Index
11.9
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.1
Sprache Readability Score
4.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
14
Sprache Difficult Word Count
16

Joe Biden

We will continue to remind our negotiators of those concerns over the three-year life of this authority. A 2-year renewal will not be automatic not in this new climate of concern about the net benefits of trade nor should it be.
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
0.382
Somewhat Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
61.1
Gunning-Fog Score
14.2
Coleman-Liau Index
9.3
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.4
Sprache Readability Score
4.2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
9
Sprache Difficult Word Count
12

Joe Biden

My "no" vote today is not a vote against expanded trade. It is a vote against complacency in the conduct of our trade negotiations.
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
-0.296
Slightly Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
6.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
67.8
Gunning-Fog Score
9.8
Coleman-Liau Index
9.7
SMOG Index
10.3
Automated Readability Index
5
Dale-Chall Readability Score
3.2
Sprache Readability Score
2.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
4
Sprache Difficult Word Count
6

Joe Biden

Today is not the end of the debate on this new grant of fast track authority. It is the beginning.
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
0.077
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
4.2
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
82.5
Gunning-Fog Score
8
Coleman-Liau Index
6.8
SMOG Index
9
Automated Readability Index
1.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
2.9
Sprache Readability Score
2.2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
3
Sprache Difficult Word Count
4

Jon Kyl

Mr. President, I rise today in reluctant support of this conference report. The underlying bill granting the President authority to negotiate trade agreements is critical. The problem is all of the other extraneous costly provisions in the trade assistance portion of the report. On balance, it has only been marginally improved during conference, and, in fact, one could argue that it has been made worse by the addition of a misguided and fiscally reckless new entitlement program.
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
-0.656
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
48.4
Gunning-Fog Score
14.5
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
29
Sprache Difficult Word Count
31

Jon Kyl

When this bill last came before the Senate, I outlined four main concerns, and said that how those issues were addressed in conference would influence my vote on the final version of the bill. First, I said the conference report would have to maintain the 2002-2006 suspension of the 4.9 percent tariff on steam generators for nuclear power facilities. That was accomplished. Second, the conference report would have to remove the so-called Dayton-Craig language. That was accomplished. Third, it would need to either eliminate or substantially amend the language creating a "wage insurance" program for workers age 50 and older who are certified under the Trade Adjustment Assistance Program. That was not accomplished. Fourth, the conference report would have to make significant changes in the health-insurance tax credit for TAA-certified workers. That was not accomplished, and arguably, the provision was made worse.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.25131
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.41667
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.41667
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.8473
VADER
0.757
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
57.3
Gunning-Fog Score
12.5
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
46
Sprache Difficult Word Count
49

Jon Kyl

More specifically, the Senate-passed bill and the conference report will suspend for a period of five years the 4.9 percent tariff on steam generators used by nuclear facilities. These generators are not manufactured in the United States, so there is no domestic industry to protect through the imposition of tariffs. Tariffs should never be imposed on products that are not domestically manufactured, especially those products that are critical for maintaining the U.S. domestic supply of energy.
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)
0.26826
VADER
0.127
Leans Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
39.2
Gunning-Fog Score
15.5
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.8
Sprache Readability Score
4.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
30
Sprache Difficult Word Count
29

Jon Kyl

The existing tariff amounts to a "tax" of approximately $1.5 million per generator. Although ostensibly paid by utilities, the cost would actually be passed on to ratepayers and consumers. In the case of the Palo Verde plant in Arizona, the nation's largest nuclear power facility in terms of production, the additional cost, due to the tariff, would be over $8.2 million for the six generators that it will need to import.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0
VADER
0
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
37.4
Gunning-Fog Score
17.4
Coleman-Liau Index
11.9
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
24
Sprache Difficult Word Count
29

Jon Kyl

The tariff suspension will save ratepayers money, which is why it has strong bipartisan support. I appreciate the conferees maintaining this provision in the conference report.
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
0.898
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
30.9
Gunning-Fog Score
17.5
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.7
Sprache Readability Score
3.1
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
10
Sprache Difficult Word Count
11

Jon Kyl

I am also pleased that the conferees agreed to remove the so-called "Dayton-Craig" language. This is a provision that would have made it easier to defeat legislation negotiated under trade-promotion authority if it amended U.S. trade remedies, no matter how technical or even beneficial the change might be. It would have resulted in the unraveling of successful trade negotiations. Moreover, the provision was unnecessary since language is already included in the bill to "preserve the ability of the United States to enforce rigorously its trade laws" and "avoid agreements that lessen the effectiveness of domestic and international disciplines on unfair trade." The next issue of concern to me involved the many trade-adjustment assistance, TAA, provisions in the bill. One such provision was the new "wage insurance" entitlement, which would provide a subsidy of up to $5,000 for older TAA-certified workers who are subsequently employed at lower-paying jobs. With no data supporting the efficacy of such a proposal, this provision would create significant disincentives for workers to forgo needed training or conduct a more intensive job search, likely resulting in workers choosing lower paying and perhaps lower-skilled jobs with taxpayers liable for the difference. It is indeed unfortunate that conferees were unable to remove this provision. Although the nature of the entitlement is altered somewhat, it remains deeply flawed.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.23077
Slightly Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.23077
Slightly Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.43532
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.31579
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.31579
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.63599
VADER
0.738
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
36.1
Gunning-Fog Score
17.6
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
88
Sprache Difficult Word Count
90

Jon Kyl

Another provision in this conference report would provide an advanceable, refundable health-insurance tax credit to TAA-certified workers. Although the conferees agreed to lower this tax subsidy from 70 percent to 65 percent, the credit remains at an arbitrarily high percentage of the premiums' cost.
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
0.625
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
30.8
Gunning-Fog Score
18.8
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
20
Sprache Difficult Word Count
24

Jon Kyl

With one small exception, the credit can only be used to subsidize the cost of company-based, COBRA, or pooled health-insurance policies. I believe that it is unfair for American taxpayers, many of whom may not have health insurance themselves, to provide such a generous health-insurance subsidy. Under an extremely small exception, individuals will be able to use the credit for the purchase of an individual health insurance if the policy is bought at least one month before unemployment. This restriction makes the small exception for the purchase of individual health insurance nearly worthless.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.56522
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.56522
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.21302
VADER
-0.361
Somewhat Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
36.2
Gunning-Fog Score
18.4
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
31
Sprache Difficult Word Count
26

Jon Kyl

Worst of all is the poison pill that was added to the conference report. By expanding the eligibility for the health tax credit to retirees receiving benefits from defunct pension plans taken over by the Pension Benefit Guarantee Corporation, PBGC, the conference report has taken a significant step backwards. Potentially, this provision could end up covering individuals who worked for companies that went out of business 20 years ago. Today, these individuals will be eligible for this new benefit. These individuals, who will often be 55 years or older, will be included in the pool of workers benefitting from new Trade Adjustment Assistance health provisions, making it even more expensive for the relatively younger workers to purchase health insurance. Aside from doubling the costs of these health provisions, which now total over $4.8 billion over 10 years, this legislation could have numerous other unintended consequences on our pension system. It allows companies that over-promised benefits to walk away from their obligation and leave taxpayers with the bill.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.25
Slightly Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.25
Slightly Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.45199
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.5625
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.5625
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.22378
VADER
0.772
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
31.9
Gunning-Fog Score
18.2
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
52
Sprache Difficult Word Count
58

Jon Kyl

As a matter of principle on the one hand, and sound economic policy on the other, I still believe it is imperative that we grant the President trade-promotion authority. As a Senator who is committed to expanding free trade and its accompanying benefits, I am frustrated that this legislation has been loaded up with costly new entitlement programs.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.8473
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.99853
VADER
0.852
Very Positive
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
6.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
19
Sprache Difficult Word Count
21

Jon Kyl

I will vote for this bill because I know how important it is to grant the President Trade Promotion Authority. But because of the numerous bad provisions in the bill, and the bad precedents they set, the decision does not come easy. That shouldn't have been the case.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.95551
VADER
-0.607
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
7.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
70.7
Gunning-Fog Score
10.6
Coleman-Liau Index
10.4
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
7.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
3.4
Sprache Readability Score
3.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
8
Sprache Difficult Word Count
13

Olympia J. Snowe

Mr. President, I rise today to support this conference report. Although I am disappointed that several provisions were removed in conference, on balance this legislation still represents a major expansion of the Trade Adjustment Assistance that is crucial for those workers who have lost their jobs due to imports or plant relocations to other countries.
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
-0.402
Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
43.6
Gunning-Fog Score
13.9
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.1
Sprache Readability Score
4.8
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
18
Sprache Difficult Word Count
23

Olympia J. Snowe

I supported this legislation during the Finance Committee's markup, as well as during the Senate vote in May as I have been involved with this legislation for over a year with hearings, markups, negotiations, consideration by the Senate, and now the consideration of the conference report. I worked with Senator Bingaman on the Trade Adjustment Assistance, TAA provisions and then with Senators Grassley and Baucus. In the same manner, both agreed to a critical expansion of the existing TAA program while also including provisions I advocated to accelerate assistance to dislocated workers and provide them with greater options in the utilization of these benefits. And, when the healthcare provision of TAA threatened to scuttle the bill, Senator Baucus and I worked together to fashion a deal that would be acceptable to both Republicans and Democrats.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.64706
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.64706
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.42139
VADER
0.765
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
22.2
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
53
Sprache Difficult Word Count
48

Olympia J. Snowe

At no point was my decision to support the Senate package, and the TPA section in particular, a foregone conclusion, as I have opposed trade agreements and fast-track authority in the past. I did so because I never felt they struck the proper balance between free and fair trade, and I've been concerned that both Republican and Democrat administrations approached the enforcement of U.S. trade laws not with vigor, but with at best a benign neglect.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.23077
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.23077
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.43532
VADER
0.859
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
60.1
Gunning-Fog Score
11.9
Coleman-Liau Index
11.7
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.3
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
23
Sprache Difficult Word Count
28

Olympia J. Snowe

However, when the Finance Committee marked-up this fast-track legislation in December and the Senate passed it in May, I supported it precisely because it did strike the appropriate balance, and because of this administration's commitment to aggressively enforce our trade laws so that American workers aren't undermined by unfair trade practices.
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
0.142
Leans Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
3
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.3
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
19
Sprache Difficult Word Count
23

Olympia J. Snowe

Furthermore, while some oppose linking TPA and TAA as contained in this trade package, my support is contingent on this linkage and I have repeatedly emphasized the importance of joining these proposals that are inextricably joined. TAA would not even exist if not for the fact that trade agreements impact U.S. jobs, so attempting to bifurcate TAA and TPA is like trying to divide the "heads" from the "tails" on a coin -- sure, it may be possible, but the end product won't be worth one red cent!
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
0.665
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
64.3
Gunning-Fog Score
13.3
Coleman-Liau Index
10.6
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
26
Sprache Difficult Word Count
28

Olympia J. Snowe

TPA and TAA were enjoined and I supported that approach because we must never forget that in the engagement of trade there is a downside -- chiefly, that real lives are affected, people not just statistics. When Americans become unemployed due to increased imports or plant relocations to other countries, it is because of trade agreements negotiated by the government of the United States and passed by Congress. Therefore, we have an obligation to also work toward forging a system that provides these trade-impacted Americans with the new skills needed to gain new employment.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.53846
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.53846
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0.907
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
36.4
Gunning-Fog Score
18.5
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
30
Sprache Difficult Word Count
35

Olympia J. Snowe

This conference report does contain many provisions on both trade and trade adjustment assistance that I think are critical components that make them better than in the past. An expanded TAA program is going to be created, which I support, that will allow more workers to receive re-training and income support assistance quicker and for a longer period of time. This income support and re-training is vital to ensure that these workers can re-enter the workforce and also provide temporary assistance while they are learning new skills.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.9
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.9
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.56495
VADER
0.937
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
45.7
Gunning-Fog Score
16.9
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
31
Sprache Difficult Word Count
31

Olympia J. Snowe

There are also provisions I fought for that will help speed up the approval process. Specifically, besides consolidating the current TAA and NAFTA-TAA programs into one, more efficient program, the bill includes my proposal to speed-up assistance to displaced workers by decreasing the TAA petition time for certification from 60 days to 40 days. Reducing this time by 20 days will allow people to get on with their lives that much quicker.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.2
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.2
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.36772
VADER
0.816
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
52.6
Gunning-Fog Score
15.8
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
22
Sprache Difficult Word Count
25

Olympia J. Snowe

The TAA section also provides a 65 percent tax credit for trade- impacted workers to continue their health coverage for themselves and their family. This tax credit is "advanceable" so that people will receive this assistance immediately rather than paying up front to get a tax refund later.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.23077
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.23077
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.43532
VADER
0.637
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
45
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
16
Sprache Difficult Word Count
20

Olympia J. Snowe

Moreover, this bill addresses another issue that has created problems in my State this year, the current budget for training assistance. Since last year, Maine has run short of training funds by almost $3 million, forcing them to apply for five different Department of Labor National Emergency Grants and potentially causing a freeze in re- training assistance. By providing $220 million in funding, this shortfall will be fully addressed.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.16667
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.16667
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.31015
VADER
-0.296
Slightly Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
47.4
Gunning-Fog Score
13.8
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
29

Olympia J. Snowe

And we didn't stop there. Not only does this funding level address state shortfalls, but it also ensures expanded coverage for secondary workers affected by trade. Specifically, under the compromise developed by Senators Grassley and Baucus, secondary workers with a direct relationship to the downsizing or closing of a plant will be covered by TAA, while so-called "downstream workers" covered now under a Statement of Administrative Action, SAA, as part of the NAFTA-TAA program will also be covered through the SAA's codification.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.94591
VADER
-0.184
Leans Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
32.4
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
33
Sprache Difficult Word Count
34

Olympia J. Snowe

But make no mistake, the conference report does not contain some provisions that would be vital to people and communities adversely impacted by trade. Specifically, a small business pilot program that would allow those workers receiving TAA to start a small business without losing their benefits was dropped. Performance assessments of the TAA program that included the economic condition of the state were dropped, as were all performance requirements.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.66667
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.66667
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.29928
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.16667
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.16667
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.31015
VADER
-0.318
Somewhat Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
40
Gunning-Fog Score
17.9
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
27

Olympia J. Snowe

Not only were these removed but so was TAA for fishermen. Instead, this bill requires a study to determine whether TAA for fishermen is "appropriate and feasible". What is amazing is that TAA for farmers is covered in this bill but that somehow their coverage would be different than for fishermen. That is why we are working right now with the Department of Labor on administrative procedures to ensure that fishermen will be eligible for TAA.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.42857
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.42857
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.78846
VADER
0.863
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.6
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
52.9
Gunning-Fog Score
15
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.5
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.1
Sprache Readability Score
4.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
20
Sprache Difficult Word Count
21

Olympia J. Snowe

TAA for communities was also dropped in conference. This would have allowed communities that suffered a plant closure due to import competition to apply for grants in order to attract new businesses. As in my home State of Maine, many States have rural towns that are dependent on a single plant for their livelihood and this provision would have given them a chance should that plant close.
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
0.459
Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
57.9
Gunning-Fog Score
14.3
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
18
Sprache Difficult Word Count
22

Olympia J. Snowe

In addition, coverage for workers that have watched their plant move overseas, known as shifts in production, has also been limited in the bill. As opposed to granting eligibility to workers whose plant moved to any country overseas, this conference report limits coverage only to those workers whose plant moved to a country that has a Free Trade Agreement, FTA, with the U.S., is a country receiving the reduced duties or duty-free benefits of the ATPA, the Africa Growth and Opportunity Act, AGOA, and the Caribbean Basin Initiative, CBI, or, if there has been an increase in imports from the country to which the plant moved.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.33647
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.61904
VADER
0.945
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
45.5
Gunning-Fog Score
15.2
Coleman-Liau Index
11.8
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
33
Sprache Difficult Word Count
36

Olympia J. Snowe

This may appear to cover all the bases, except for the possibility that a plant will move overseas and may not actually import back to the U.S., thus there will be no increase in imports. If the U.S. has no FTA with that country or it is not participating in a U.S. duty-reduction program like the ATPA, then those workers are not eligible for TAA. How are these workers affected differently from others who lose their jobs due to imports?
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
-0.44
Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
5.2
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
74.5
Gunning-Fog Score
7.5
Coleman-Liau Index
8.5
SMOG Index
8.6
Automated Readability Index
2.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
3.8
Sprache Readability Score
3.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
18
Sprache Difficult Word Count
20

Olympia J. Snowe

As I said earlier, on balance, the TAA provisions represent a significant expansion and improvement of the former TAA and NAFTA-TAA programs and will provide an invaluable service to those dislocated workers as they seek new jobs. While the government is assisting workers whose jobs have been lost due to imports, this bill also provides the Administration with the ability, through TPA, to negotiate trade agreements that will improve and increase U.S. exports. As I mentioned earlier, my past opposition to fast-track, due to concerns about the balance between free and fair trade and our enforcement of our trade laws, have been addressed in this bill.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.33647
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.375
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.375
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.7376
VADER
0.94
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
52
Gunning-Fog Score
14.6
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
33
Sprache Difficult Word Count
38

Olympia J. Snowe

The bottom line is that enforcement is an inseparable component of free and fair trade. If you don't believe me, just look at the record. In the past, when free trade and fair trade have been treated as mutually exclusive, import-sensitive industries in Maine and America were decimated by foreign competitors. Why? Because foreign businesses enjoyed the benefits of a lack of reciprocity in trade agreements, foreign industry subsidies, dumping in the U.S. market . . . and non- tariff trade barriers.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.8473
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.1
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.1
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.19106
VADER
0.934
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.2
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
54.5
Gunning-Fog Score
12
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
11.6
Automated Readability Index
7.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.8
Sprache Readability Score
4.2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
27
Sprache Difficult Word Count
28

Olympia J. Snowe

For this reason, I was disappointed that the Dayton-Craig language on trade remedy laws was removed in conference. However, the fact that the existing language on maintaining our ability to "enforce rigorously" our trade remedy laws became a Principal Negotiating Objective demonstrates a recognition of the utmost importance with which we hold these laws. In that regard, the Administration should take note that no trade agreement should ever be submitted to this Congress that weakens our trade remedy laws. As a member of the Finance Committee, I will do everything that I can to ensure that no trade agreement never ever weakens or undermines these laws.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.3979
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.4
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.4
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.80235
VADER
0.378
Somewhat Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
38.2
Gunning-Fog Score
17.4
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
30
Sprache Difficult Word Count
34

Olympia J. Snowe

The enforcement of our trade remedy laws are vital as the surrender of our rights have had serious consequences in the lives of real people. In Maine alone, we lost nearly 15,400 manufacturing jobs since NAFTA's inception including 2,400 textile jobs, 6,000 leather products jobs, 500 apparel jobs, 3,700 paper and allied products jobs, and 4,800 footwear jobs, excluding rubber footwear, and 5,200 manufacturing jobs so far just this year. We failed those people because we abdicated our responsibility to take a balanced, comprehensive and integrated approach to trade.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.28571
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.28571
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.54654
VADER
-0.572
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
47.3
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
11.3
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.1
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
27
Sprache Difficult Word Count
30

Olympia J. Snowe

That is why I can not and will not support the Andean Trade Preference Act, ATPA. I opposed this during the Finance Committee's markup of the legislation and, although I supported the Senate's trade package legislation, I opposed its inclusion in the trade package.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.2
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.2
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.33647
VADER
0.203
Slightly Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
46.1
Gunning-Fog Score
14.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.5
Sprache Readability Score
4.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
15
Sprache Difficult Word Count
15

Olympia J. Snowe

The ATPA represents a unilateral action by the U.S. to open our markets to the Andean countries in order to bolster their economies in the hopes of reducing drug cultivation. Its effect the last ten years has been questionable with the ITC not able to make a definitive, affirmative determination that it has greatly contributed to the reduction of drug cultivation by providing economic opportunities.
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)
2.19722
VADER
0.71
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
33.7
Gunning-Fog Score
15.7
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.6
Sprache Readability Score
4.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
24
Sprache Difficult Word Count
23

Olympia J. Snowe

The amount of exports from these countries which fall exclusively under the ATPA has remained relatively constant at 10 percent over the years. The fact that this has changed little indicates that there has been no major change in the production structure of ATPA economies meaning that these countries have not been taking more advantage of what ATPA offered. Therefore, what this legislation seeks to do is change our policies to conform to the Andean countries rather than these countries changing to take advantage of what the U.S. has already offered. U.S. jobs are on the line for an unproven trade benefit program.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
2.19722
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.75
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.75
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.60944
VADER
0.62
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
7.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
64.6
Gunning-Fog Score
10.2
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
10.5
Automated Readability Index
7.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.9
Sprache Readability Score
4.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
28
Sprache Difficult Word Count
30

Olympia J. Snowe

That is why I worked in the ATPA to provide the rubber footwear industry with a comparable tariff provision to that which they received in NAFTA. The original ATPA further threatened this industry by giving the four Andean nations a tariff phase-out schedule that was only half as long as the 15-year schedule contained in the NAFTA. I was pleased that the Senate passed the trade package last May with this same 15 year phaseout, because without it we would have set a precedent that would be demanded by other countries as well.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.45455
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.45455
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.8873
VADER
0.586
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
52.7
Gunning-Fog Score
16
Coleman-Liau Index
10.7
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
28
Sprache Difficult Word Count
29

Olympia J. Snowe

This conference report drops this provision and with it went the hopes of the domestic rubber footwear industry and its 3,400 workers -- 1,000 of which are in Maine. Not only was my provision lost, but the Senate receded to the House. Under this, all footwear -- that was excluded under the expired ATPA legislation, as well as textiles and apparels, leather products, and watches will enter the U.S. duty-free with no phaseout.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.14286
Leans Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.14286
Leans Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.25131
VADER
-0.459
Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
7.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
68.7
Gunning-Fog Score
11.3
Coleman-Liau Index
10.2
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
6.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.5
Sprache Readability Score
4.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
18
Sprache Difficult Word Count
23

Olympia J. Snowe

Such an immediate tariff reduction to zero will only serve as a sign to other countries, particularly Chile and Latin America nations, that the U.S. rubber footwear industry, once considered import-sensitive, is not only open for business, but for decimation. For this reason, I have been working with the USTR to impress upon them the significance this precedent will have on other trade agreements, particularly with Chile. I am pleased that the USTR provided me with unequivocal assurances that the ATPA provisions regarding rubber footwear in no way establishes a precedent for Chile, and that they will continue their efforts to prevent any adverse impact during trade negotiations on domestic rubber footwear.
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)
1.66501
VADER
0.881
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
31.6
Gunning-Fog Score
16.5
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
44
Sprache Difficult Word Count
40

Olympia J. Snowe

And while we cannot bring back these or other jobs that were lost due to the miscues of the past, we can learn from those miscues and apply the lessons to our present and future actions. We can change our approach at the negotiating table. We can enforce existing trade laws.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.2
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.2
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.33647
VADER
-0.318
Somewhat Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
75.1
Gunning-Fog Score
9.2
Coleman-Liau Index
9.7
SMOG Index
9
Automated Readability Index
7.5
Dale-Chall Readability Score
3.6
Sprache Readability Score
3.8
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
9
Sprache Difficult Word Count
13

Olympia J. Snowe

In the real world, we have to acknowledge that there are many nations that don't care about labor or environmental standards. And that creates a tilted playing field where it's harder for us to compete. In that regard, this legislation goes further than any past fast-track bills on the issues of labor and the environment. The bill before us today not only sets as an overall objective the need to convince our trading partners not to weaken their labor or environmental laws as an inducement to trade, but it also requires the enforcement of existing labor and environmental laws as a principal negotiating objective.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.64706
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.64706
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.42139
VADER
0.338
Somewhat Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
44.8
Gunning-Fog Score
15.8
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
31
Sprache Difficult Word Count
31

Olympia J. Snowe

The conference report also recognizes the need to take steps to protect the import sensitive textile and apparel industry. It calls for reducing tariffs on textiles and apparels in other countries to the same or lower levels than in the U.S., reducing or eliminating subsidies to provide for greater market opportunities for U.S. textiles and apparels, and ensuring that WTO member countries immediately fulfill their obligations to provide similar market access for U.S. textiles and apparels as the U.S. does for theirs.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.625
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.625
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.34993
VADER
0.859
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
50.5
Gunning-Fog Score
11.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
10.7
Automated Readability Index
6.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.9
Sprache Readability Score
3.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
30
Sprache Difficult Word Count
25

Olympia J. Snowe

And this legislation includes new negotiating objectives to address the issue of foreign subsidies and market distortions that lead to dumping. As a result, many industries stand to benefit from the adoption of this legislation, including the forest and paper, agriculture, semiconductor, precision manufacturing, and electronic industries of my home state. According to Maine Governor Angus King the fast track approach is, "On balance . . . beneficial to Maine. There might be some short term problems, but in the long run, we have to participate in the world economy." And Maine has been participating. From 1989 to 1999, total exports by Maine companies increased by 137 percent from $914 million to $2.167 billion, with the largest industry sector for trade being semiconductors -- employing about 2,000 in Maine. The computer and electronics trade, which includes semiconductors, accounted for 33 percent of Maine's exports in 1999, followed by paper and allied products at 17 percent.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.56522
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.56522
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.21302
VADER
0.477
Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
44.5
Gunning-Fog Score
16.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.1
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
59
Sprache Difficult Word Count
49

Olympia J. Snowe

The Maine industries that benefit from exports have also seen job gains in the state. From 1994 to 1999, the electrical and electronics industry had a job gain of 2.3 percent and the agriculture, forestry and fishing industry saw a 19 percent increase in jobs. In 2000, Maine's exports supported 84,000 jobs.
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
0.908
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
7.6
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
72.4
Gunning-Fog Score
13.1
Coleman-Liau Index
9.4
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
7.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.9
Sprache Readability Score
4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
17
Sprache Difficult Word Count
15

Olympia J. Snowe

Mr. President, these measures and commitments represent a significant strengthening of our resolve and our ability to utilize existing remedies to protect American industries and workers. This comes not a moment too soon, as the success of our economy relies more than ever on fair and freer trade U.S. exports accounted for one-quarter of U.S. economic growth over the past decade . . . nearly one in six manufactured products coming off the assembly line goes to a foreign customer . . . and exports support 1 of every 5 manufacturing jobs.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.78947
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.78947
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.94591
VADER
0.973
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
53.3
Gunning-Fog Score
11.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
6.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.6
Sprache Readability Score
4.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
29
Sprache Difficult Word Count
35

Olympia J. Snowe

Given these facts, it is an understandable concern that the U.S. has been party to only 3 free trade agreements while there are more than 130 worldwide. Since 1995, the WTO has been notified of 90 such agreements while the U.S. only reached one in the trade arena, the Jordan Free Trade Agreement. In contrast, the European Union, EU, has been particularly aggressive, having entered into 27 free trade agreements since 1990 and they are actively negotiating another 15. Perhaps not surprisingly, the Business Roundtable reports that 33 percent of total world exports are covered by EU free trade agreements compared to 11 percent for U.S. agreements.
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
0.98
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
6.2
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
70.3
Gunning-Fog Score
9.5
Coleman-Liau Index
11.2
SMOG Index
10.9
Automated Readability Index
5.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.3
Sprache Readability Score
4.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
33
Sprache Difficult Word Count
31

Olympia J. Snowe

Why should these facts raise concerns? Because every agreement made without us is a threat to American jobs. Nowhere is this better exemplified than in Chile which signed a free trade agreement with Canada, Argentina and several other nations in 1997.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0
VADER
0.886
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
54.7
Gunning-Fog Score
10.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
8.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.3
Sprache Readability Score
3.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
12
Sprache Difficult Word Count
13

Olympia J. Snowe

Since that time, the U.S. has lost one-quarter of Chile's import market, while nations entering into trade agreements more than captured our lost share. According to the National Association of Manufacturers (NAM), this resulted in the loss of more than $800 million in U.S. exports and 100,000 job opportunities. One specific industry affected was U.S. paper products which accounted for 30 percent of Chile's imports but has since dropped to only 11 percent after the trade agreements were signed.
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
0.329
Somewhat Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
6
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
68.4
Gunning-Fog Score
9
Coleman-Liau Index
11.4
SMOG Index
10.4
Automated Readability Index
5
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.5
Sprache Readability Score
4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
27
Sprache Difficult Word Count
27

Olympia J. Snowe

We need to look to the future of our industries and open doors of opportunity in the global marketplace. In order to do so responsibly, we need to learn every economic lesson possible from the past, and this package provides for not only a study I requested of the economic impact of the past five trade agreements, but also an additional evaluation of any new agreements before TPA is extended.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.57143
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.57143
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.18958
VADER
0.625
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
27.5
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
11.2
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
20

Olympia J. Snowe

And we need to make sure that everyone who can benefit from these agreements can get their foot in the door. Small businesses, for example, account for 30 percent of all U.S. goods exported, and in Maine more than 78 percent export, so I am pleased this bill includes my proposals placing small businesses in our principle negotiating objectives.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.22378
VADER
0.751
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
7.6
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
67.5
Gunning-Fog Score
13.3
Coleman-Liau Index
11.3
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
7.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.7
Sprache Readability Score
4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
15
Sprache Difficult Word Count
18

Olympia J. Snowe

Finally, the package includes consultation rights for the House and Senate Committees with oversight of the fishing industry. As the past Chair and current Ranking Member of the Commerce Subcommittee on Oceans and Fisheries, I can tell you that the actions of other countries with regard to fishing plays a crucial role in ensuring our industry has a level playing field on which to compete. Last year this country exported $11 billion worth of edible and nonedible fish products, and in Maine the industry -- which is our 5th leading exporter -- generates 26,000 jobs.
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
0.7
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
42.7
Gunning-Fog Score
18.1
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
32
Sprache Difficult Word Count
33

Olympia J. Snowe

In the eleventh hour race, Mr. President, as was the case with many TAA provisions, some other items that were crucial for small businesses which make up 99 percent of all U.S. businesses were also lost. One was a provision to create a small business Assistant USTR which the Senate- passed bill included. Although the conference report states that the Assistant USTR for Industry and Telecommunications would be responsible for this portfolio, it contains a only sense of Congress that the title reflect that. I am shocked at how seemingly difficult it was for us to create a position for small business at the USTR with a title that reflects that fact.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.57143
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.57143
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.18958
VADER
-0.218
Slightly Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.6
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
62.4
Gunning-Fog Score
10.7
Coleman-Liau Index
11.8
SMOG Index
11.9
Automated Readability Index
8.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
36
Sprache Difficult Word Count
34

Olympia J. Snowe

Similarly, a provision requiring the USTR to identify someone to be a small business advocate in the WTO is also no longer in this bill. Why? Is it that controversial for us to ensure that the interests of small business are represented in the WTO?
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
0.241
Slightly Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
56.3
Gunning-Fog Score
13.1
Coleman-Liau Index
10.4
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.4
Sprache Readability Score
3.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
16
Sprache Difficult Word Count
15

Olympia J. Snowe

This is not a perfect bill but the adoption of this comprehensive package will ensure that trade agreements will be pursued in a fair and balanced manner to the benefit of all Americans while also recognizing the need for expanded assistance for those who lose their jobs due to trade.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.95551
VADER
0.842
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
27.5
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
11.9
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
13
Sprache Difficult Word Count
17

Russ Feingold

Mr. President, I rise to offer some comments on the fast-track conference agreement.
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
0.494
Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
4.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
72.8
Gunning-Fog Score
8.5
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
9
Automated Readability Index
4.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6
Sprache Readability Score
2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
5
Sprache Difficult Word Count
6

Russ Feingold

Once again, the supporters of this measure seek to characterize this vote as a vote on the issue of whether or not we should have trade agreements. They argue that to favor the bill is to favor trade, and to oppose the bill is to oppose trade.
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
0.791
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
69.6
Gunning-Fog Score
12
Coleman-Liau Index
8.4
SMOG Index
10.3
Automated Readability Index
9.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
3.9
Sprache Readability Score
4.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
8
Sprache Difficult Word Count
13

Russ Feingold

Of course, this is nonsense.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-1.09861
VADER
0
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
2.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
83.3
Gunning-Fog Score
10
Coleman-Liau Index
10.1
SMOG Index
9
Automated Readability Index
1.8
Dale-Chall Readability Score
3.4
Sprache Readability Score
1.3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
1
Sprache Difficult Word Count
1

Russ Feingold

As a number of my colleagues have noted, the issue of whether to enact fast-track procedures is not a question of whether one favors or opposes free trade, but rather what role Congress plays in trade agreements.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.2
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.2
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.33647
VADER
0.788
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
43.6
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
10.9
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

Russ Feingold

Under this bill, that role will be little more than that of one of those bobble-head dolls -- nodding its head "yes" or shaking its head "no" in response to proposed trade agreements.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.51083
VADER
0.226
Slightly Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
60.5
Gunning-Fog Score
16.8
Coleman-Liau Index
9.5
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
6
Sprache Difficult Word Count
10

Russ Feingold

And it may actually be worse, because nothing in the measure before us limits this bobble-head role strictly to trade agreements. Under this bill, the President is at liberty to submit just about any policy he wants as part of a fast-track protected trade bill, and Congress would have to swallow that policy if it wanted to endorse the trade agreement to which it was attached.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.55556
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.55556
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0.869
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
47.9
Gunning-Fog Score
17.7
Coleman-Liau Index
10.7
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
19

Russ Feingold

As I noted during the debate on this bill last May, this has, in fact, occurred. The last fast-track protected trade agreement this body considered, the measure implementing the Uruguay Round of the GATT, included more than $4 billion in tax increases that were beyond the reach of this body to amend or even delete.
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
0.735
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
53
Gunning-Fog Score
16.2
Coleman-Liau Index
10.7
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
15
Sprache Difficult Word Count
20

Russ Feingold

Of course, some may argue that the risk that extraneous matters might be slipped into a fast-track protected trade bill is greatly reduced because the two trade committees -- the Finance Committee in the Senate and the Ways and Means Committee in the other body -- will stand guard against such an event, protecting congressional prerogatives.
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
-0.128
Leans Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
18.7
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
15
Sprache Difficult Word Count
18

Russ Feingold

Let me first note that the GATT bill, with its $4 billion in tax increases, came to us with the blessing of those two committees.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-1.60944
VADER
0.494
Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
76.6
Gunning-Fog Score
14.8
Coleman-Liau Index
7.7
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.4
Sprache Readability Score
4.3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
5
Sprache Difficult Word Count
7

Russ Feingold

More recently, the track record of those two committees on this very legislation is not reassuring. The bill before us includes many questionable provisions, but let me cite two in particular that have absolutely no business being in the measure. They both raise serious civil rights and civil liberties concerns.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.27273
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.27273
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.51083
VADER
-0.012
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.2
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
44.4
Gunning-Fog Score
14.7
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.3
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.9
Sprache Readability Score
4.2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
16
Sprache Difficult Word Count
19

Russ Feingold

The first of these two issues relates to immunity for customs officers. Central to any lawsuit against a government official alleged to have committed misconduct is the immunity standard for that official. Under Supreme Court law, every government official -- federal, state and local -- is protected by the doctrine of qualified immunity. This is a very broad shield from liability. In the words of the Supreme Court, it protects "all but the plainly incompetent or those who knowingly violate the law." And it is the type of immunity that sets the bar plaintiffs must overcome to win law suits.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.77778
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.77778
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.7346
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.2
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.2
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.37949
VADER
0.392
Somewhat Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.6
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
47.8
Gunning-Fog Score
15.1
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
32
Sprache Difficult Word Count
34

Russ Feingold

In the legislation before us, a provision was slipped in that will make it harder to hold an abusive customs officer accountable for bad behavior. The bill changes the immunity standard from one of "objective" immunity, meaning an official had to prove that he or she did not violate clearly established law, to "good faith" immunity, meaning that the official only had to prove that he or she believed that he or she was not violating a person's constitutional rights and was not acting with a malicious intent.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.70805
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.09091
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.09091
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.16705
VADER
-0.278
Slightly Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
20.9
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
11.9
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
27
Sprache Difficult Word Count
28

Russ Feingold

The practical effect of this change is that an abusive officer will merely have to file an affidavit stating that he or she acted in good faith, and the case will be dismissed. This would make it very difficult for a court to hold a customs officer accountable for abusive behavior, behavior such as racial profiling.
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
-0.755
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
44
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
11.3
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
16
Sprache Difficult Word Count
18

Russ Feingold

Putting aside the question of whether or not this provision belongs in a bill that relates to the procedures under which Congress considers trade bills, the provision is not justified. There is no record of any great abuse of the existing system.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.8473
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.2
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.2
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.33647
VADER
-0.421
Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
52.6
Gunning-Fog Score
14.1
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.2
Sprache Readability Score
4.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
11
Sprache Difficult Word Count
16

Russ Feingold

Some might suggest that because customs officers work on the border, they need special protection. But Border Patrol agents and other law enforcement officers like FBI, DEA, and local police are stationed near borders, and they will all continue to work under an objective immunity standard.
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
0.637
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
41.9
Gunning-Fog Score
15.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.7
Sprache Readability Score
4.8
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
19
Sprache Difficult Word Count
17

Russ Feingold

Beyond that, this provision has no business in this bill. It has nothing to do with how Congress should consider trade agreements. And it certainly merits the kind of scrutiny that it will not get as part of a conference report that cannot be amended.
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
0.612
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
7.6
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
67.5
Gunning-Fog Score
12.2
Coleman-Liau Index
10.8
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
7.3
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.3
Sprache Readability Score
3.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
10
Sprache Difficult Word Count
15

Russ Feingold

A similarly inappropriate but little discussed provision in this bill would allow customs officers to search outgoing mail without the approval of a court. That is right. Under this bill, a customs officer can open mail you send overseas without getting a search warrant.
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
0.499
Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
53.5
Gunning-Fog Score
12.2
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.3
Sprache Readability Score
3.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
10
Sprache Difficult Word Count
15

Russ Feingold

The provision applies to all mail weighing more than 16 ounces no matter how it is sent, and it also applies to any mail under 16 ounces, that is sent through a private carrier, such as Federal Express or UPS.
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
-0.273
Slightly Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
49.9
Gunning-Fog Score
18
Coleman-Liau Index
8
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
10
Sprache Difficult Word Count
8

Russ Feingold

This is an enormous change in law. A customs officer would no longer have to go to court to obtain a warrant to search our mail. It takes away much of the protection we all thought we had when we mail a letter to a friend or relative overseas.
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
0.25
Slightly Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
6.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
78
Gunning-Fog Score
10.6
Coleman-Liau Index
7.3
SMOG Index
10.6
Automated Readability Index
5.2
Dale-Chall Readability Score
3.4
Sprache Readability Score
3.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
8
Sprache Difficult Word Count
12

Russ Feingold

Again, setting aside the question of whether the provision has merit, it simply has no business in this bill.
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
0.153
Leans Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
58.4
Gunning-Fog Score
9.7
Coleman-Liau Index
11.5
SMOG Index
9
Automated Readability Index
9.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.1
Sprache Readability Score
3.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
5
Sprache Difficult Word Count
9

Russ Feingold

These two provisions are deeply flawed, in and of themselves, but they should also give us pause when we consider what future proposals we might see included in fast-track protected trade bills -- measures that cannot be amended. If the congressional committee watchdogs allowed these provisions to be slipped into this bill, what might find its way into future measures?
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
0.396
Somewhat Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
43.8
Gunning-Fog Score
18.7
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
18
Sprache Difficult Word Count
20

Russ Feingold

And I remind my colleagues that there are no requirements in this bill that fast-track protected bills consist only of provisions germane, or even relevant, to the trade agreement to be implemented.
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
0.599
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
37.5
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
9
Sprache Difficult Word Count
12

Russ Feingold

The bill is flawed in a number of other critical ways. As others have noted, the bill moves backwards in the area of worker rights and the environment. It even backslides from the modest progress made in the Jordan Free Trade Agreement.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.25131
VADER
0.637
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
7.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
67.7
Gunning-Fog Score
7.5
Coleman-Liau Index
11
SMOG Index
9
Automated Readability Index
7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.5
Sprache Readability Score
3.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
10
Sprache Difficult Word Count
15

Russ Feingold

The bill also guts the Dayton-Craig provisions that sought to ensure our own trade laws would not be undercut as part of a fast-track protected trade bill. That amendment was supported by a strong majority of the Senate, but it was essentially eliminated in conference. In fact, there is little doubt that it was dropped even before this bill went to conference.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.4
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.4
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.76214
VADER
0.401
Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.2
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
59.6
Gunning-Fog Score
14.8
Coleman-Liau Index
11.2
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.5
Sprache Readability Score
4.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
18
Sprache Difficult Word Count
20

Russ Feingold

Nor does this bill address the so-called Chapter 11, issue where foreign investors can use secret trade tribunals to effectively weaken or eliminate existing state and local laws and regulations that protect our health and safety. Because that problem is not addressed, we can expect future trade agreements to include this anti-democratic provision.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0
VADER
0.599
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
37.4
Gunning-Fog Score
18.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.1
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
20
Sprache Difficult Word Count
28

Russ Feingold

As I noted during the debate we had on this issue last May, fast- track is not necessary for free trade. We have entered into hundreds of agreements without those procedures.
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
0.109
Leans Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
65.6
Gunning-Fog Score
10.1
Coleman-Liau Index
10.8
SMOG Index
10.3
Automated Readability Index
7.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.3
Sprache Readability Score
3.3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
7
Sprache Difficult Word Count
9

Russ Feingold

More importantly, fast-track may actually undermine the cause of improved trade.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.51083
VADER
0.537
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
46.6
Gunning-Fog Score
14.8
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.9
Sprache Readability Score
2.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
4
Sprache Difficult Word Count
5

Russ Feingold

As I noted then, rather than encouraging trade agreements that produce broad-based benefits, fast-track has instead fostered trade agreements that pick "winners and losers," and in doing so has undermined public support for pursuing free trade agreements.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.61904
VADER
0.943
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
30.6
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
13
Sprache Difficult Word Count
18

Russ Feingold

Fast-track also advances the short-term interests of multinational corporations over those of the average worker and consumer. With opposition to the entire trade bill the only option left, Congress has swallowed provisions that advance corporate interests, even when they come at the expense of our Nation's interests. The so-called Chapter 11 provisions are an excellent example of this. Here again, fast-track procedures actually work to undermine public support for trade agreements.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.2
Leans Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.2
Leans Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.33647
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.57143
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.57143
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.18958
VADER
0.883
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
37.8
Gunning-Fog Score
18.2
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
28
Sprache Difficult Word Count
29

Russ Feingold

Let me reiterate that many of us who support free and fair trade find nothing inconsistent with that support and insisting that Congress be a full partner in approving agreements.
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
0.902
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
43.8
Gunning-Fog Score
18.7
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
9
Sprache Difficult Word Count
10

Russ Feingold

Indeed, as the senior Senator from West Virginia, Mr. Byrd, has noted, support for fast-track procedures reveals a lack of confidence in the ability of our negotiators to craft a sound agreement, or a lack of confidence in the ability of Congress to weigh regional and sectoral interests against the national interest, or may simply be a desire by the Executive Branch to avoid the hard work necessary to convince Congress to support the agreements that it negotiates.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.55556
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.55556
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.17007
VADER
0.97
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
22.2
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
33
Sprache Difficult Word Count
29

Russ Feingold

I can think of no better insurance policy for a sound trade agreement than the prospect of a thorough Congressional review, complete with the ability to amend that agreement.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.70805
VADER
0.891
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
31.5
Gunning-Fog Score
18.5
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
10
Sprache Difficult Word Count
11

Russ Feingold

This was a bad bill when it left the Senate. It is much worse now, and I urge my colleagues to oppose this legislation.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.5
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.5
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.8473
VADER
-0.765
Very Negative
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
4.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
81.9
Gunning-Fog Score
8.1
Coleman-Liau Index
7
SMOG Index
9
Automated Readability Index
2.8
Dale-Chall Readability Score
3.9
Sprache Readability Score
2.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
5
Sprache Difficult Word Count
7

Mike Enzi

Mr. President. I rise to share my thoughts on the trade bill we passed this afternoon that gives our President renewed trade negotiating authority Like many of my colleagues, I hail from a State that is particularly sensitive to foreign imports of agricultural products, for example Wyoming's two largest cash crops are sugar and cattle, and where trade makes a big impact on certain industries.
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
0.751
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.6
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
50.8
Gunning-Fog Score
14.8
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
19
Sprache Difficult Word Count
26

Mike Enzi

I believe in fair trade, and I support the efforts of our President as he works to improve our multilateral and bilateral relationships. I have also worked diligently with Members from both sides of the aisle to improve our ability to participate in international trade. You will remember I urged my colleagues last year to vote for the Export Administration Act, a bill which would streamline our export control system so that items that do not need to be controlled may move more easily across borders. I believe that international trade is an effective way to boost the economy, but it must be done responsibly and carefully.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
2.56495
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.81818
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.81818
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.94591
VADER
0.889
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
42.9
Gunning-Fog Score
16.3
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
31
Sprache Difficult Word Count
34

Mike Enzi

I voted in favor of this bill today for three primary reasons.
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
0.402
Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
6.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
67.8
Gunning-Fog Score
8.1
Coleman-Liau Index
8.7
SMOG Index
9
Automated Readability Index
4.2
Dale-Chall Readability Score
3.2
Sprache Readability Score
2.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
2
Sprache Difficult Word Count
5

Mike Enzi

First, I strongly support the bill's provisions that recognize the sensitive nature of some industries. I believe the most essential provision related to import sensitive goods is the mandate that requires the President to consult with Industry Advisory Committees and the International Trade Commission on certain negotiations. This bill requires the administration to notify and gather input during trade negotiations from people like ranchers and farmers who produce import- sensitive products.
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)
3.49651
VADER
0.813
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
22
Gunning-Fog Score
16.8
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
33
Sprache Difficult Word Count
29

Mike Enzi

Second, as an original cosponsor of the Craig-Dayton Amendment, the new language in the bill addressing trade remedy laws is critical. The bill provides that if negotiators don't listen to concerns about proposed changes to trade remedy laws, Congress can pass a formal resolution of disapproval. This puts up a red flag to the negotiators that they are treading on shaky ground and may want to rethink their position. In addition, I am also pleased this bill sets rigorous enforcement of U.S. trade remedy laws as a principal negotiating objective and increases reporting requirements for possible modifications to trade laws.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.58779
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.47368
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.47368
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.9694
VADER
0.052
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
44.4
Gunning-Fog Score
16.2
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.3
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
35
Sprache Difficult Word Count
38

Mike Enzi

Third, there is specific language in this bill that addresses a major concern of sugar producers. Wyoming sugar producers have been hurt by a "sugar laundering" operation being conducted through Canada. The process starts when a commodity trader in Canada blends sugar, water and molasses in a ratio that would exempt the mixture from U.S. import duties Canada enjoys under the North American Free Trade Agreement, NAFTA. This mixture is then trucked across the U.S. border to a factory controlled by the same commodity trader where the sugar is separated from the molasses mixture. The sugar is then sold in the U.S. market free of tariffs and the rest of the mixture is returned to Canada to be "stuffed" again. The "sugar loophole" and others like it would be closed by this trade bill. The bill makes the determination that stuffed molasses should be considered imported sugar and therefore subject to tariffs. It also requires the Secretary of Agriculture to monitor other existing or likely circumventions of tariff-rate quotas and report on these to the President.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.29412
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.29412
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.57054
VADER
0.936
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
55.6
Gunning-Fog Score
9.1
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
11
Automated Readability Index
7.8
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
56
Sprache Difficult Word Count
56

Mike Enzi

Beyond these specific reasons, I cast my affirmative vote today because fair trade is essential to the economic growth of all industries. The next step is rule and regulation, and I will carefully watch to ensure that the interests of Wyomingites are protected.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.94444
VADER
0.898
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
45.3
Gunning-Fog Score
17
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.2
Sprache Readability Score
4.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
14
Sprache Difficult Word Count
17

John Kerry

Mr. President, I will support this final conference report to give the President the authority to negotiate nonamendable trade agreements and to reauthorize the Trade Adjustment Assistance Program. I am pleased that this TAA package provides greater benefits to more workers than ever before.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1