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Senate Floor: STATEMENTS ON INTRODUCED BILLS AND JOINT RESOLUTIONS
1 Topic
Entities
Moderation
11 Speakers
Entities
No entities found
Moderation
No moderation found
Speakers
Dick Durbin Dick Durbin said 127 sentences of a total of 565 sentences.
23%
Dick Durbin said 2717 words of a total of 12332 words.
23%
Daniel K. Akaka Daniel K. Akaka said 94 sentences of a total of 565 sentences.
17%
Daniel K. Akaka said 1932 words of a total of 12332 words.
16%
Barack Obama Barack Obama said 70 sentences of a total of 565 sentences.
13%
Barack Obama said 1533 words of a total of 12332 words.
13%
Tom Harkin Tom Harkin said 60 sentences of a total of 565 sentences.
11%
Tom Harkin said 1426 words of a total of 12332 words.
12%
Joe Biden Joe Biden said 56 sentences of a total of 565 sentences.
10%
Joe Biden said 1220 words of a total of 12332 words.
10%
Pete Domenici Pete Domenici said 39 sentences of a total of 565 sentences.
7%
Pete Domenici said 1103 words of a total of 12332 words.
9%
Saxby Chambliss Saxby Chambliss said 49 sentences of a total of 565 sentences.
9%
Saxby Chambliss said 895 words of a total of 12332 words.
8%
Mike DeWine Mike DeWine said 21 sentences of a total of 565 sentences.
4%
Mike DeWine said 566 words of a total of 12332 words.
5%
Harry Reid Harry Reid said 22 sentences of a total of 565 sentences.
4%
Harry Reid said 497 words of a total of 12332 words.
5%
Byron Dorgan Byron Dorgan said 25 sentences of a total of 565 sentences.
5%
Byron Dorgan said 411 words of a total of 12332 words.
4%
Robert Byrd Robert Byrd said 2 sentences of a total of 565 sentences.
1%
Robert Byrd said 32 words of a total of 12332 words.
1%
Full Transcript
Robert Byrd
Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the text of my bill to reinstate a hydroelectric license for a Federal Energy Regulatory Commission project in Grafton, WV, be printed in the Record.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.94591
VADER
0.459
Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0317397993
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0222909337
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.020064284
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0138695104
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0086203043
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0005133156
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0002558089
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
5.57471E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
3.57659E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.8423E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
5.49E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Economy, Business and Finance > Energy and Resource
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.065
Code:
4005000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/04005000
Wikidata_id:
Q2151621
Wikidata_label:
energy industry
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Energy
Score:
96.365
Magnitude:
32
Code:
8
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#8
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
37.3
Gunning-Fog Score
10.2
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.7
Sprache Readability Score
4.1
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
16
Sprache Difficult Word Count
18
Joe Biden
Mr. President, I rise today to introduce the Full Strength Bureau Initiative Act of 2005. This is a piece of legislation that I think is critically important to our national security. Over the past four years, we have had numerous debates here in the Senate about what we need to do to protect ourselves from international terrorists. While I have disagreed with many of the specific decisions this Congress and President Bush have made, I do agree that we face a grave threat from radical fundamental terrorists. And, it should be a primary focus of our national security efforts. However, it simply makes no sense for us to spend all of our time worrying about terrorism if we turn a blind eye to traditional crime and the threat that it poses to our citizens. We simply have to be able to do both, and the legislation that I am introducing today will help do that.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.75
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.75
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.13043
Leans Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.13043
Leans Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.25131
VADER
-0.962
Very Negative
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.061022205
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0138502932
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0137580108
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0022304303
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0014022539
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.001045422
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0009868954
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0003142399
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0002469031
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
5.88853E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.46368E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Politics > Defense > National Security
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.467
Code:
11001002
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/11001002
Wikidata_id:
Q258307
Wikidata_label:
national security
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Unrest, Conflicts and War > Act of Terror
Score:
99
Magnitude:
0.46
Code:
16001000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/16001000
Wikidata_id:
Q2223653
Wikidata_label:
terrorist attack
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Education
Score:
92.689
Magnitude:
76
Code:
6
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#6
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Crime > Terrorism
Score:
54
Magnitude:
0.253
Code:
2001010
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02001010
Wikidata_id:
Q7283
Wikidata_label:
terrorism
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Laws
Score:
53
Magnitude:
0.247
Code:
2006000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02006000
Wikidata_id:
Q7748
Wikidata_label:
law
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Politics > Parliament
Score:
50
Magnitude:
0.235
Code:
11009000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/11009000
Wikidata_id:
Q35749
Wikidata_label:
parliament
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.2
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
56.7
Gunning-Fog Score
13.9
Coleman-Liau Index
10.6
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
40
Sprache Difficult Word Count
41
Joe Biden
Part of the response to address this threat has been to shift the primary function of the Federal Bureau of Investigation from investigating and capturing criminals to the prevention of terror attacks. I don't disagree that this is an appropriate shift in priorities, but, we haven't made the investments necessary for the FBI to shift priorities and meet its commitment to combat traditional crime. To address this concern, I am introducing legislation that will authorize funding for the FBI to hire an additional 1,000 agents. These agents will replace the ones that have been reassigned to counterterrorism cases and will help keep our communities safe. The cost -- $160 million per year -- is minimal when compared to the benefits it will provide. Its passage will help ensure that the FBI has the resources to achieve its counterterrorism priorities without neglecting its traditional crime fighting functions.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.69231
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.69231
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.52606
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.10345
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.10345
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.20067
VADER
0.198
Leans Positive
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.1637759618
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0320289109
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0060692251
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0046351135
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0016540602
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0005930611
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0004804826
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0004574679
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0004384787
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.1941E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.04187E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Judiciary (System of Justice)
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.153
Code:
2002000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02002000
Wikidata_id:
Q105985
Wikidata_label:
judiciary
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Crime
Score:
96
Magnitude:
0.147
Code:
2001000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02001000
Wikidata_id:
Q83267
Wikidata_label:
crime
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Education
Score:
89.972
Magnitude:
49
Code:
6
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#6
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Police
Score:
81
Magnitude:
0.124
Code:
2003000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02003000
Wikidata_id:
Q35535
Wikidata_label:
police
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Organized Crime
Score:
69
Magnitude:
0.106
Code:
2010000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02010000
Wikidata_id:
Q46952
Wikidata_label:
organized crime
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Laws
Score:
62
Magnitude:
0.094
Code:
2006000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02006000
Wikidata_id:
Q7748
Wikidata_label:
law
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Unrest, Conflicts and War > Act of Terror
Score:
59
Magnitude:
0.09
Code:
16001000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/16001000
Wikidata_id:
Q2223653
Wikidata_label:
terrorist attack
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Science and Technology > Research
Score:
54
Magnitude:
0.083
Code:
13006000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/13006000
Wikidata_id:
Q42240
Wikidata_label:
research
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
38.2
Gunning-Fog Score
17.7
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
58
Sprache Difficult Word Count
51
Joe Biden
A 2004 Government Accountability Office found that the number of overall agents at the FBI has increased by only seven percent since 2001. During the same time, the overall percentage of agents dedicated to counterterrorism by twenty five percent -- with 678 agents being permanently shifted from drug, white collar, and violent crime cases to counter-terror activities. In addition, we know that many agents are working on counterterrorism cases even if they have not been "officially" dedicated to that effort in a process know within the FBI as "overburning." Ultimately, the GAO concluded, as it often does, that the impact on traditional crime was statistically inconclusive; however the report demonstrated many concerns. First, the report found that the FBI referred 236 counterterrorism matters to U.S. Attorneys for prosecution in fiscal year 2001, which ended three weeks after September 11. Two years later, in fiscal year 2003, the FBI referred 1,821 counterterrorism cases to U.S. Attorneys for prosecution -- this is a 671 percent increase. During the same period of time, referrals for drug, whitecollar, and violent crime matters all declined by 39 percent, 23 percent, and 10 percent respectively. This statistically demonstrates that the reprogramming effort -- while critical -- has had an impact on the FBI's traditional crime fighting efforts.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-3.21888
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.04348
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.04348
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.08338
VADER
-0.976
Very Negative
Moderation
Harassment
0.0780709612
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0364652456
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0035118304
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0022730002
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0010663041
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0007543384
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.000370987
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.000321062
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.000215792
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001652432
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.12935E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Crime
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.248
Code:
2001000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02001000
Wikidata_id:
Q83267
Wikidata_label:
crime
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Police
Score:
90
Magnitude:
0.224
Code:
2003000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02003000
Wikidata_id:
Q35535
Wikidata_label:
police
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Judiciary (System of Justice)
Score:
82
Magnitude:
0.203
Code:
2002000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02002000
Wikidata_id:
Q105985
Wikidata_label:
judiciary
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Domestic Commerce
Score:
46.336
Magnitude:
28
Code:
15
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#15
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
42.6
Gunning-Fog Score
14
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.3
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
78
Sprache Difficult Word Count
58
Joe Biden
In addition to investigating Federal crimes, the FBI also provides critical assistance to State and local law enforcement. Quite simply, the FBI has technical expertise and resources that are not available to many State and local agencies -- especially smaller jurisdictions. These local agencies rely on the FBI to assist them on technical matters, and as the FBI continues to divert resources from criminal cases, a gap in overall law enforcement capabilities is developing. In order to preserve public safety and national security this is a gap that must be filled.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.56495
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.3
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.3
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.58779
VADER
-0.103
Leans Negative
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.188330689
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.074080698
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0186896927
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0013380985
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0008743935
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.00042651
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
2.86451E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.52524E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
2.48513E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.90558E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
9.9467E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Police
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.406
Code:
2003000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02003000
Wikidata_id:
Q35535
Wikidata_label:
police
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Education
Score:
87.946
Magnitude:
43
Code:
6
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#6
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
28
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.3
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
41
Sprache Difficult Word Count
35
Joe Biden
Unfortunately, local budget woes are making it impossible for local agencies to fill the slack. A recent survey indicated that 23 of 44 police agencies are facing an officer shortfall. The USA Today and the New York Times have reported officer shortages in New York, Cleveland, Los Angeles, Houston and others. In addition, I recently attended a Judiciary Committee hearing in Philadelphia and we heard testimony from the Philadelphia Chief of Police that he had lost 2,000 officers in recent years, and the Pittsburgh police chief reported that she had lost nearly \1/4\ of her officers and had to suspend her community policing programs and other crime prevention programs due to budget cuts.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-3.04452
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.23077
Slightly Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.23077
Slightly Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.43532
VADER
-0.948
Very Negative
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.0821572554
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0395834155
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0231436279
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0026918118
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.001324529
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0011257288
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0009901128
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0007891904
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0006556893
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
7.94193E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
6.42134E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Police
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.168
Code:
2003000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02003000
Wikidata_id:
Q35535
Wikidata_label:
police
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Education
Score:
86.704
Magnitude:
55
Code:
6
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#6
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Crime
Score:
58
Magnitude:
0.097
Code:
2001000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02001000
Wikidata_id:
Q83267
Wikidata_label:
crime
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Disaster and Accident > Relief and Aid Organization
Score:
54
Magnitude:
0.091
Code:
3012000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/03012000
Wikidata_id:
Q11858035
Wikidata_label:
emergency response
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
34.9
Gunning-Fog Score
17.8
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
43
Sprache Difficult Word Count
40
Joe Biden
In addition to local budget woes, the U.S. Congress continues to slash Federal assistance for State and local law enforcement. In this year's Commerce, Justice, State appropriations bill, the Congress cut roughly $300 million from the Justice Assistance Grant and completely eliminated the COPS hiring program. Any local sheriff or police chief will tell you how important this funding assistance is to their efforts, and the investments that we made in them over the past ten years helped drive down crime rates from all-time highs to the lowest levels in a generation. In addition, the COPS program has been statistically proven to reduce crime by the Government Accountability Office, and the Justice Assistance Grants are the primary grant programs used by local agencies to combat illegal drug use in their communities. I voted for this spending bill because it provided critical funding for the FBI and the Drug Enforcement Agency, but I remain very critical of the cuts to state and local law enforcement assistance and hope that the President and the Republican-led Congress will change course.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.70805
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.03226
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.03226
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.06252
VADER
-0.654
Very Negative
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.0750570674
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0448769249
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0136124974
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0049296214
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0004797743
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0002840604
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0002824801
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001826861
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0001159005
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.1221E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.63654E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Politics > State Budget and Tax
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.872
Code:
11013000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/11013000
Wikidata_id:
Q271855
Wikidata_label:
government budget
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Labor
Score:
68.949
Magnitude:
36
Code:
5
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#5
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Police
Score:
68
Magnitude:
0.589
Code:
2003000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02003000
Wikidata_id:
Q35535
Wikidata_label:
police
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
43.5
Gunning-Fog Score
15.4
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
72
Sprache Difficult Word Count
58
Joe Biden
Unfortunately, these cuts and the FBI reprogramming of agents from crime to counter-terror cases is creating a perfect storm that I'm afraid will contribute to rising crime rates in the future. The good news is that the 2004 Uniform Crime Reports show that crime rates remain at historic lows. But, many criminologists have pointed out that many crime indicators should caution against complacency. Last year, there were over 16,000 murders throughout the United States, and police chiefs and sheriffs are reporting worrying signs of local youth violence. Indeed, a 2005 report by the FBI on youth gangs shows that gang activity is on the rise. Rather than pull-back, we need to re- double our effort to ensure that crime rates don't rise in the future and to push them even lower. I've often said that the safety of Nation's citizens should be the top priority of our Federal Government -- this applies to combating international terrorists and traditional crime.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.84615
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.84615
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.12026
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.5
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.5
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-1.05315
VADER
-0.983
Very Negative
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.0415423274
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0134547736
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0100605437
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0097369855
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0067913228
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0045727476
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0029617646
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.002031855
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.000227052
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0002248208
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.18353E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Crime
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.466
Code:
2001000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02001000
Wikidata_id:
Q83267
Wikidata_label:
crime
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Judiciary (System of Justice)
Score:
86
Magnitude:
0.401
Code:
2002000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02002000
Wikidata_id:
Q105985
Wikidata_label:
judiciary
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Labor
Score:
63.137
Magnitude:
55
Code:
5
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#5
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
54.2
Gunning-Fog Score
13.2
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
49
Sprache Difficult Word Count
56
Joe Biden
We spent a bulk of the nineties creating a Federal, State, and local partnership that helped make our Nation safer than it has been in a generation. This partnership is breaking down because the President and many in Congress feel that local crime is not a national priority. I couldn't disagree more. The safety of the American people is the most important priority that we have. It doesn't matter whether the threat comes from international terrorists, drug traffickers, or from the thug down the street. In my opinion, it is a terrible mistake to use the successes of the past ten years and the new focus on terrorism as an excuse to abandon our critical anti-crime responsibilities. We can -- and we must do both. The American people are counting on us, and the legislation that I am introducing today will help ensure that we meet our commitment to the American people to make sure that they are safe from crime and terrorism.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.8
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.8
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.84583
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.15152
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.15152
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.29627
VADER
-0.87
Very Negative
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.0360389997
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.025361366
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0055114288
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0054263171
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0011532588
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0008585583
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0006388052
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.000206036
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0001690669
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
3.97314E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.5423E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Unrest, Conflicts and War > Act of Terror
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.363
Code:
16001000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/16001000
Wikidata_id:
Q2223653
Wikidata_label:
terrorist attack
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
89.265
Magnitude:
63
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Crime
Score:
84
Magnitude:
0.306
Code:
2001000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02001000
Wikidata_id:
Q83267
Wikidata_label:
crime
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Judiciary (System of Justice)
Score:
82
Magnitude:
0.298
Code:
2002000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02002000
Wikidata_id:
Q105985
Wikidata_label:
judiciary
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Crime > Terrorism
Score:
53
Magnitude:
0.191
Code:
2001010
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02001010
Wikidata_id:
Q7283
Wikidata_label:
terrorism
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
52.8
Gunning-Fog Score
13.8
Coleman-Liau Index
11.3
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
46
Sprache Difficult Word Count
45
Dick Durbin
Mr. President, I rise today to introduce the Prosecutors and Defenders Incentive Act of 2005. I am honored to have the support and cosponsorship of Senator DeWine with whom I have enjoyed working on similar measures in previous Congresses. I am further pleased that Senators Specter, Leahy, Kennedy, Feingold, Feinstein, Akaka, Cantwell, Harkin, Lautenberg, Pryor, and Kerry have also agreed to join me as original cosponsors of this legislation. Our bill is designed to encourage the best and the brightest law school graduates to enter public service as criminal prosecutors and public defenders by making a student loan repayment program available to them.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.25131
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.73333
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.73333
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.6864
VADER
0.983
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.1707596821
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0913930358
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0115729817
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0033943314
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0032749831
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0026441376
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0022497165
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0004860059
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001893358
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
8.50325E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.00586E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Politics > Parliament
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.247
Code:
11009000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/11009000
Wikidata_id:
Q35749
Wikidata_label:
parliament
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Labor
Score:
62.092
Magnitude:
76
Code:
5
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#5
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Education
Score:
23.612
Magnitude:
76
Code:
6
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#6
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
37.3
Gunning-Fog Score
13.7
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
44
Sprache Difficult Word Count
51
Dick Durbin
I am pleased that this legislation enjoys bipartisan support. I am anxious to work closely with Chairman Specter and Ranking Member Leahy to advance it through the Judiciary Committee and secure its enactment by the full Senate.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.71429
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.71429
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.46634
VADER
0.718
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0930462789
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0332209718
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0032904856
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0032891112
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0011393026
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0010310367
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.000637788
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0003639593
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0001786616
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001698219
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
5.47128E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Politics > Parliament
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.156
Code:
11009000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/11009000
Wikidata_id:
Q35749
Wikidata_label:
parliament
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
92.029
Magnitude:
94
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
39.4
Gunning-Fog Score
11.7
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.7
Sprache Readability Score
4.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
16
Sprache Difficult Word Count
18
Dick Durbin
Our proposed loan repayment program is supported by the American Bar Association, the National District Attorneys Association, the National Association of Prosecutor Coordinators, the National Legal Aid and Defender Association, and the American Council of Chief Defenders.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.8
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.8
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.84583
VADER
0.542
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.2148468746
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0511053076
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0131049543
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0084120758
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0030601932
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0022275543
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0017075348
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0015657608
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0007366893
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0006987599
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0005465282
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Labor > Employer
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.116
Code:
9015000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/09015000
Wikidata_id:
Q3053337
Wikidata_label:
employer
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
97.23
Magnitude:
57
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Lifestyle and Leisure > Club and Association
Score:
50
Magnitude:
0.058
Code:
10008000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/10008000
Wikidata_id:
Q48204
Wikidata_label:
voluntary association
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
0
Gunning-Fog Score
18
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
21
Sprache Difficult Word Count
17
Dick Durbin
We can -- and should -- do more to help prosecutor and public defender offices compete with the higher salaries available in the private sector. In many instances, despite high aspirations and strong motivation to work in the public sector, many graduates find it economically impossible to pursue that career path due to the overwhelming burden of debt. The availability of student loan repayment can be a powerful incentive for attracting some of our most talented new lawyers to public service employment.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.69231
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.69231
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.52606
VADER
0.94
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0196612222
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0164233512
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0043786491
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0035219386
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0007269036
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0004529116
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001570789
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
9.88144E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
8.21964E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
4.0223E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.76465E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Politics > State Budget and Tax
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.488
Code:
11013000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/11013000
Wikidata_id:
Q271855
Wikidata_label:
government budget
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
94.657
Magnitude:
70
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
23.3
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
27
Sprache Difficult Word Count
34
Dick Durbin
Many of today's law graduates are finishing law school owing staggering amounts of student loan debt. According to the American Bar Association, the median total cumulative educational debt for law school graduates in the class of 2004 was $97,763 for private schools and $66,810 for public schools. Educational loan debts represent a serious financial obligation which must be repaid. A default on any loan triggers serious consequences. Moreover, the looming obligation can impact career choices for many new graduates.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.3979
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.57143
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.57143
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.18958
VADER
-0.727
Very Negative
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.0338553742
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0240462832
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0055500885
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0051140083
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0004484918
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0003026582
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0002560628
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0001659405
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
5.49556E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
4.95624E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.75191E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Education > School
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.325
Code:
5005000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/05005000
Wikidata_id:
Q3914
Wikidata_label:
school
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Education > Teaching and Learning > Students
Score:
83
Magnitude:
0.269
Code:
5010001
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/05010001
Wikidata_id:
Q48282
Wikidata_label:
student
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Justice and Rights
Score:
82
Magnitude:
0.266
Code:
2007000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02007000
Wikidata_id:
Q5167661
Wikidata_label:
justice
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Labor
Score:
25.554
Magnitude:
109
Code:
5
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#5
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Domestic Commerce
Score:
25.294
Magnitude:
109
Code:
15
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#15
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
38.9
Gunning-Fog Score
15.4
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.4
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
34
Sprache Difficult Word Count
34
Dick Durbin
Many budding prosecutors and public defenders face a disheartening dilemma. On the one hand, they have a deep commitment to pursuing a career in public service. On the other hand, they need a level of income to meet the demands of exorbitant educational loan liabilities. This wrenching choice has not only personal impact but adverse implications for the legal profession and its commitment to ensuring access to justice for all citizens. And from an employer's perspective, comparatively low salaries and high debt make it extremely difficult to recruit and retain attorneys in prosecutor and public defender offices.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.3979
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.15789
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.15789
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.30228
VADER
0.403
Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0487047451
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0368668552
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0302776461
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0040054867
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0031493561
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0023897126
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.001977914
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0019153835
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0006719667
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0001117069
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0001093947
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Economy, Business and Finance > Financial and Business Service > Legal Service
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.206
Code:
4006007
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/04006007
Wikidata_id:
Q1494322
Wikidata_label:
legal services
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Labor
Score:
82.905
Magnitude:
58
Code:
5
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#5
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
31.9
Gunning-Fog Score
17.7
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
35
Sprache Difficult Word Count
40
Dick Durbin
The results of a special study, "Lifting the Burden: Law Student Debt as a Barrier to Public Service," published in August 2003 by the American Bar Association, reflects eight key findings, which I will describe in more specificity in my remarks.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.33647
VADER
-0.494
Negative
Moderation
Violence
0.0085548738
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0083435545
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.008274155
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0071890623
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0056140456
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0045594494
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.001725002
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0005426337
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0002159589
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0001038848
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.45594E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Justice and Rights
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.07
Code:
2007000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02007000
Wikidata_id:
Q5167661
Wikidata_label:
justice
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Labor
Score:
81.113
Magnitude:
46
Code:
5
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#5
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
27
Gunning-Fog Score
18.4
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
15
Sprache Difficult Word Count
20
Dick Durbin
First, law school tuition levels have skyrocketed. Second, the vast majority of law students borrow funds to finance their legal education. Third, law students are borrowing increasingly larger sums to finance their legal education. Fourth, public service salaries have not kept pace with rising law school debt burdens or private sector salaries. Fifth, high student debt bars many law graduates from pursuing public service careers. Sixth, many law graduates who take public service legal jobs must leave after they gain 2 to 3 years of experience. Seventh, public service employers report serious difficulty recruiting and retaining lawyers. And eighth, the legal profession and society pay a severe price when law graduates are shut out from pursuing public service legal careers due to high educational debt burden.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.19722
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.3913
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.3913
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.78846
VADER
-0.872
Very Negative
Moderation
Self-Harm
0.0765750476
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0541833404
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0512521132
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0354057411
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0188603139
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0031136606
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0018761244
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0018327382
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.001228562
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0006029934
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
6.50535E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Education > Teaching and Learning > Students
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.614
Code:
5010001
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/05010001
Wikidata_id:
Q48282
Wikidata_label:
student
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Judiciary (System of Justice)
Score:
70
Magnitude:
0.43
Code:
2002000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02002000
Wikidata_id:
Q105985
Wikidata_label:
judiciary
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Economy, Business and Finance > Financial and Business Service > Legal Service
Score:
60
Magnitude:
0.365
Code:
4006007
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/04006007
Wikidata_id:
Q1494322
Wikidata_label:
legal services
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Justice and Rights
Score:
56
Magnitude:
0.341
Code:
2007000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02007000
Wikidata_id:
Q5167661
Wikidata_label:
justice
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
42.43
Magnitude:
39
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
46.5
Gunning-Fog Score
13
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.8
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
46
Sprache Difficult Word Count
48
Dick Durbin
On the matter of skyrocketing tuition levels, since the early 1970s, there have been steep and persistent hikes in the costs of legal education and in the tuition rates law schools charge. Researchers found that tuition increased about 340 percent from 1985 to 2002 for private law school students and out-of-state students at public law schools. In state students at public law schools saw their tuition jump about 500 percent. During the period 1992-2002, the cost of living in the United States rose 28 percent while the cost of tuition for public law schools rose 134 percent for residents and 100 percent for nonresidents, and private law school tuition increased 76 percent.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.14286
Leans Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.14286
Leans Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.25131
VADER
0.765
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.0492194085
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0164271885
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0067710498
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0052972126
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0018814459
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.001645211
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0014085345
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0013975707
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.000390833
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0001963754
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
6.08193E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Education > Teaching and Learning > Students
Score:
100
Magnitude:
1
Code:
5010001
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/05010001
Wikidata_id:
Q48282
Wikidata_label:
student
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Education > School
Score:
59
Magnitude:
0.586
Code:
5005000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/05005000
Wikidata_id:
Q3914
Wikidata_label:
school
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
58.88
Magnitude:
114
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
62.2
Gunning-Fog Score
14.6
Coleman-Liau Index
10.9
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.4
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
29
Sprache Difficult Word Count
25
Dick Durbin
In 1975, when private law school tuition averaged $2,525 and public law school tuition for in state residents was $700, the need to borrow to finance a legal education was not as prevalent or necessary. In 1990, when tuition was $11,680 for private institutions and $3,012 for public law schools, it was at least manageable. In 2002, the median law school annual tuitions were $24,920 for private law schools, $18,131 for nonresident students at public law schools, and $9,252 for resident students at public law schools.
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
0.128
Leans Positive
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.0368520065
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0261856068
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0086314081
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0039195227
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0032853874
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0013498258
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0004441536
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0002199195
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
3.3809E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.66596E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
8.492E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Education > School
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.84
Code:
5005000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/05005000
Wikidata_id:
Q3914
Wikidata_label:
school
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Justice and Rights
Score:
73
Magnitude:
0.616
Code:
2007000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02007000
Wikidata_id:
Q5167661
Wikidata_label:
justice
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Education > Teaching and Learning > Students
Score:
73
Magnitude:
0.615
Code:
5010001
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/05010001
Wikidata_id:
Q48282
Wikidata_label:
student
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Education > School > Elementary Schools
Score:
68
Magnitude:
0.574
Code:
5005001
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/05005001
Wikidata_id:
Q9842
Wikidata_label:
primary school
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
58.647
Magnitude:
42
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.6
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
66.3
Gunning-Fog Score
17
Coleman-Liau Index
7.9
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.3
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
22
Sprache Difficult Word Count
18
Dick Durbin
A computation of the tuition rates of the 186 ABA-accredited law schools for 2004 reflects that charges for State residents at public law schools average $10,820 per year. For nonresidents attending public law schools, the average tuition amounts to $20,176 per year. Students attending private law schools pay an average of $25,603 per year.
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
-0.361
Somewhat Negative
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.0637424178
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0401626894
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0076522956
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0061407685
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0011691107
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0005397383
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0003668405
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001390596
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.63312E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.59727E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
8.0961E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Education > School
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.521
Code:
5005000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/05005000
Wikidata_id:
Q3914
Wikidata_label:
school
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
88.684
Magnitude:
255
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Justice and Rights
Score:
62
Magnitude:
0.324
Code:
2007000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02007000
Wikidata_id:
Q5167661
Wikidata_label:
justice
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
69.1
Gunning-Fog Score
13.9
Coleman-Liau Index
10.2
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.9
Sprache Readability Score
4.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
18
Sprache Difficult Word Count
18
Dick Durbin
Additional amounts for food, lodging, books, fees and personal expenses increase the costs for 3 years to more than $60,000 in almost all cases and well over $100,000 in many instances.
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
0.527
Very Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.0958200486
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0372533279
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0177305701
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0165453239
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0007093699
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001998372
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0001531194
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0001450373
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001384739
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.20239E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
9.3023E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Education
Score:
52.045
Magnitude:
54
Code:
6
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#6
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
60.5
Gunning-Fog Score
16.8
Coleman-Liau Index
8.3
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
7
Sprache Difficult Word Count
9
Dick Durbin
The vast majority of law students must borrow funds to finance their legal education. In 2002, almost 87 percent of law students borrowed to finance their legal education. That level remained consistent in 2004. Many of these students also carried unpaid debt from their undergraduate studies.
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
-0.128
Leans Negative
Moderation
Harassment
0.0225333191
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0147048762
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0025789031
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0008660217
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0005784594
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0003278397
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0002359231
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0001335672
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
3.6612E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
7.747E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
5.902E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Education > Teaching and Learning > Students
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.571
Code:
5010001
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/05010001
Wikidata_id:
Q48282
Wikidata_label:
student
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.6
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
53.5
Gunning-Fog Score
9.8
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
10.3
Automated Readability Index
8.2
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.4
Sprache Readability Score
3.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
20
Sprache Difficult Word Count
18
Dick Durbin
Law students are borrowing increasingly larger sums to finance their legal education. As tuition and other expenses of attending law school rose, more and more students found they needed to borrow to pay for law school. During the 1990s, the average amount students borrowed more than doubled. Today, the amount borrowed by many students exceeds $80,000.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.25131
VADER
0.026
Neutral
Moderation
Violence
0.0581812405
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0221460301
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.015157662
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0110837231
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0041771804
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.00231062
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0005115992
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0004909485
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.000348557
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.000294969
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.00028386
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Education > Teaching and Learning > Students
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.652
Code:
5010001
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/05010001
Wikidata_id:
Q48282
Wikidata_label:
student
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Defense
Score:
59.981
Magnitude:
69
Code:
16
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#16
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
25.498
Magnitude:
69
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
57.3
Gunning-Fog Score
11.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
8.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6
Sprache Readability Score
3.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
19
Sprache Difficult Word Count
19
Dick Durbin
Public service salaries have not kept pace with rising law school debt burdens or private sector salaries. Entry-level salaries for government or other public service position, have always been significantly lower than those in private practice.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0
VADER
-0.735
Very Negative
Moderation
Violence
0.0155411966
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0056950528
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0041491039
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0033282398
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0018836667
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0003467187
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001543531
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0001101805
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001046472
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
5.8657E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
9.309E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Labor > Collective Contract > Contract Issue-Wages
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.241
Code:
9002001
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/09002001
Wikidata_id:
Q6821213
Wikidata_label:
wage
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Government Operations
Score:
42.623
Magnitude:
60
Code:
20
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#20
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
37.1
Gunning-Fog Score
13.9
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.5
Sprache Readability Score
4.2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
13
Sprache Difficult Word Count
16
Dick Durbin
Over the years since the mid-1970s, the median starting salaries in private practice have risen at a much faster pace than entry-level public service salaries. Between 1985 and 2002, the median starting salaries at private law firms rose by about 280 percent. Government lawyers, such as prosecutors and public defenders, saw their salaries increase by just 70 percent.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.8473
VADER
0.382
Somewhat Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0340874103
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0168929575
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0143395722
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0041775751
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0024170973
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0010364054
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0007267387
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
8.80491E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
7.79418E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
7.61284E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
5.52422E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Labor > Collective Contract > Contract Issue-Wages
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.282
Code:
9002001
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/09002001
Wikidata_id:
Q6821213
Wikidata_label:
wage
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Defense
Score:
48.869
Magnitude:
137
Code:
16
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#16
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
52.6
Gunning-Fog Score
14.7
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.5
Sprache Readability Score
4.8
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
21
Sprache Difficult Word Count
21
Dick Durbin
According to the 2004 Public Sector and Public Interest Attorney Salary Report, published in August 2004 by the National Association for Law Placement, Inc., the median entry-level salary for public defenders is $39,000; with 11 to 15 years of experience, the median is $65,000. The salary progression for State and local prosecuting attorneys is similar, starting at about $40,000 and progressing to $68,000-69,000 for those with 11 to 15 years of experience.
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
Harassment
0.0815923268
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0658856239
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0112121248
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0070377988
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0027315471
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0013341319
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0004387259
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.000142308
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0001011159
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
9.78275E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.73278E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Labor > Collective Contract > Contract Issue-Wages
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.128
Code:
9002001
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/09002001
Wikidata_id:
Q6821213
Wikidata_label:
wage
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
81.394
Magnitude:
135
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
55.9
Gunning-Fog Score
17.1
Coleman-Liau Index
8.6
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.3
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
26
Sprache Difficult Word Count
26
Dick Durbin
In August 2004, NALP also released the results of its tenth annual comprehensive survey of associate compensation in private sector law firms. According to the 2004 Associate Salary Survey Report, based on salary information as of April 1, 2004 provided by 599 offices, the median salary for first-year associates ranged from $65,000 in firms of 2 to 25 attorneys to $120,000 in firms of 500 attorneys or more, with a first-year median for all participating firms of $95,000. These figures evidence the stark reality of compensation differentials for those graduates electing to devote their skills to public service jobs as prosecutors and defenders.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.88889
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.88889
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.45674
VADER
0.572
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0048718579
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0022801432
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0022501712
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0009691724
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0002620186
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.000222127
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0001446626
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
8.31415E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
1.30728E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
7.9764E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.5848E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Labor > Collective Contract > Contract Issue-Wages
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.078
Code:
9002001
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/09002001
Wikidata_id:
Q6821213
Wikidata_label:
wage
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Justice and Rights
Score:
75
Magnitude:
0.058
Code:
2007000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02007000
Wikidata_id:
Q5167661
Wikidata_label:
justice
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Judiciary (System of Justice)
Score:
65
Magnitude:
0.05
Code:
2002000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02002000
Wikidata_id:
Q105985
Wikidata_label:
judiciary
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
34
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
11.2
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
44
Sprache Difficult Word Count
38
Dick Durbin
High student debt bars many law graduates from pursuing public service careers. As law school tuition and student debt have sharply escalated, fewer and fewer law school graduates can afford to take the comparatively low-paying public service positions that are available in government agencies or with prosecutor, public defender, or legal services offices.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.27273
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.27273
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.51083
VADER
-0.477
Negative
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.0286178547
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0095801559
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0019233035
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0013785949
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0011815647
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0004312326
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001269726
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
3.15662E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.73171E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
3.4324E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.62E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Education > Teaching and Learning > Students
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.271
Code:
5010001
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/05010001
Wikidata_id:
Q48282
Wikidata_label:
student
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Politics > Government > Civil and Public Service
Score:
60
Magnitude:
0.162
Code:
11006001
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/11006001
Wikidata_id:
Q11771944
Wikidata_label:
civil service
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Defense
Score:
56.069
Magnitude:
126
Code:
16
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#16
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
22.8
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
22
Sprache Difficult Word Count
24
Dick Durbin
A national study of law school debt conducted by Equal Justice Works, the Partnership for Public Service, and the National Association for Law Placement found that law student debt prevented two-thirds of law student respondents from considering a public service career.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.25131
VADER
-0.128
Leans Negative
Moderation
Violence
0.0746223377
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0093788818
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0090584363
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0055865366
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0011026897
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.000896189
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0002187485
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0001468477
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.68276E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.09961E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
4.229E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Justice and Rights
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.421
Code:
2007000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02007000
Wikidata_id:
Q5167661
Wikidata_label:
justice
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Economy, Business and Finance > Macro Economics > Government Debt
Score:
95
Magnitude:
0.401
Code:
4008008
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/04008008
Wikidata_id:
Q3024789
Wikidata_label:
government debt
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
81.505
Magnitude:
137
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Judiciary (System of Justice)
Score:
77
Magnitude:
0.326
Code:
2002000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02002000
Wikidata_id:
Q105985
Wikidata_label:
judiciary
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Education > Teaching and Learning > Students
Score:
65
Magnitude:
0.274
Code:
5010001
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/05010001
Wikidata_id:
Q48282
Wikidata_label:
student
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
21.2
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
15
Sprache Difficult Word Count
17
Dick Durbin
The report was based on a spring 2002 survey of graduating law students. Survey respondents included 1,622 students from 117 law schools representing 40 States, the District of Columbia, and Canada. Among the findings reported were the following: Overall, 66 percent of respondents stated that law school debt kept them from considering a public interest or government job. The percentage is higher among those who ultimately accepted jobs in small or large private firms, with 83 percent and 78 percent, respectively, stating that debt prevented them from seeking work with public interest organizations or the Federal Government.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.83321
VADER
0.681
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.0153670189
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0083242827
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0075590549
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0042826301
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0033500652
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0007705921
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0004228963
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0002066751
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001349511
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
6.69194E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.80777E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Education > Teaching and Learning > Students
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.382
Code:
5010001
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/05010001
Wikidata_id:
Q48282
Wikidata_label:
student
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Labor > Labor Legislation
Score:
80
Magnitude:
0.305
Code:
9005000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/09005000
Wikidata_id:
Q7498399
Wikidata_label:
Category:Labour law
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Justice and Rights
Score:
67
Magnitude:
0.257
Code:
2007000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02007000
Wikidata_id:
Q5167661
Wikidata_label:
justice
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Government Operations
Score:
62.936
Magnitude:
54
Code:
20
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#20
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Education > School
Score:
57
Magnitude:
0.22
Code:
5005000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/05005000
Wikidata_id:
Q3914
Wikidata_label:
school
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Judiciary (System of Justice)
Score:
55
Magnitude:
0.209
Code:
2002000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02002000
Wikidata_id:
Q105985
Wikidata_label:
judiciary
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
41.3
Gunning-Fog Score
16.7
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
36
Sprache Difficult Word Count
36
Dick Durbin
Seventy-three percent of students who had not yet accepted a job when surveyed also indicated that they were disinclined to seek a public interest or government position due to heavy debt load. Providing $6,000 a year in available loan repayment assistance would result in increased interest in a post graduate Federal Government job for 83 percent of student respondents.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
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
0.49
Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0274773018
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0065421387
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0035207871
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0012819599
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0010983237
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0009682467
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0003363049
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001279265
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.62475E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.21878E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
3.571E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Economy, Business and Finance > Macro Economics > Interest Rate
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.219
Code:
4008009
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/04008009
Wikidata_id:
Q179179
Wikidata_label:
interest rate
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Education > Teaching and Learning > Students
Score:
94
Magnitude:
0.205
Code:
5010001
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/05010001
Wikidata_id:
Q48282
Wikidata_label:
student
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
33
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
21
Sprache Difficult Word Count
25
Dick Durbin
Despite their high debt burden, some law graduates initially accept public service jobs. However, the magnitude of debt precipitates high turnover because many of these cannot repay loan obligations on a median starting salary of $36,000 and pay all their other remaining living expenses with the remaining $1,100 per month. Some who begin careers in public service, and who would like to remain, leave after a few years when they find their debts are too severely constraining on their hopes for making ends meet, much less raising children or saving for retirement.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.06667
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.06667
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.12516
VADER
-0.168
Leans Negative
Moderation
Violence
0.0159743518
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0061838138
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0025643696
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0009762158
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0007425684
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0004127912
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
7.13487E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
2.98641E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.6969E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
8.651E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
6.066E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Justice and Rights
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.149
Code:
2007000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02007000
Wikidata_id:
Q5167661
Wikidata_label:
justice
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Domestic Commerce
Score:
24.812
Magnitude:
42
Code:
15
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#15
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
44.5
Gunning-Fog Score
18.9
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
24
Sprache Difficult Word Count
34
Dick Durbin
Many public service employers report having a difficult time attracting the best qualified law graduates. Public service employers, such as prosecutor or public defender offices, have vacancies they cannot fill because new law graduates cannot afford to work for them. Alternatively, those who do hire law graduates find that, because of educational debt payments, those whom they do hire leave just at the point when they have acquired the experience to provide the most valuable services.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.375
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.375
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.7376
VADER
0.782
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0106733467
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.005980449
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0053937638
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.004092103
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0029192952
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0005047592
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.000172424
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
2.10808E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
5.6134E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
4.2656E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.4058E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Labor > Labor Legislation
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.23
Code:
9005000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/09005000
Wikidata_id:
Q7498399
Wikidata_label:
Category:Labour law
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Judiciary (System of Justice)
Score:
72
Magnitude:
0.166
Code:
2002000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02002000
Wikidata_id:
Q105985
Wikidata_label:
judiciary
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Politics > Government > Civil and Public Service
Score:
71
Magnitude:
0.163
Code:
11006001
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/11006001
Wikidata_id:
Q11771944
Wikidata_label:
civil service
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Justice and Rights
Score:
63
Magnitude:
0.145
Code:
2007000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02007000
Wikidata_id:
Q5167661
Wikidata_label:
justice
Source:
IPTC Subject
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
5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
18
Sprache Difficult Word Count
26
Dick Durbin
The legal profession and society pay a severe price when law graduates are shut out from pursuing public service legal careers due to high educational debt burden. Lawyers with dreams of serving their communities as prosecutors or public defenders are unable to use their skills to do so. And when governments cannot hire new lawyers or keep experienced ones, the ability to protect the public safety is challenged. The inability of poor and moderate-income persons to obtain legal assistance can result in dire consequences to those individuals and the communities in which they live.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.66667
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.66667
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.29928
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.58333
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.58333
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.26567
VADER
-0.66
Very Negative
Moderation
Violence
0.0920988154
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0511163613
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0044897668
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0016964361
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0016802707
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0010158044
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0004362676
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0003075927
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0001168928
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
6.34911E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
8.7027E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Judiciary (System of Justice)
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.549
Code:
2002000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02002000
Wikidata_id:
Q105985
Wikidata_label:
judiciary
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Environment
Score:
35.727
Magnitude:
81
Code:
7
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#7
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
34
Gunning-Fog Score
17.9
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
30
Sprache Difficult Word Count
39
Dick Durbin
Our bill, the Prosecutors and Defenders Incentive Act, is designed to help remedy some of these problems. Enacting this measure will help make legal careers in public service as prosecutors and public defenders in the criminal justice system more financially viable and attractive to law school graduates who have incurred significant financial obligations in acquiring their education.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.55556
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.55556
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.17007
VADER
0.875
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0025540341
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0008630305
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0006557619
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0005460344
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
6.40085E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
2.46731E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
4.7327E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.9109E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.0368E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
1.6607E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
5.59E-8
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Justice and Rights
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.253
Code:
2007000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02007000
Wikidata_id:
Q5167661
Wikidata_label:
justice
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Economy, Business and Finance > Economy (General)
Score:
89
Magnitude:
0.226
Code:
4017000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/04017000
Wikidata_id:
Q159810
Wikidata_label:
economy
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Economy, Business and Finance > Financial and Business Service > Banking
Score:
80
Magnitude:
0.202
Code:
4006002
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/04006002
Wikidata_id:
Q806718
Wikidata_label:
banking industry
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Environment
Score:
73.792
Magnitude:
109
Code:
7
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#7
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Judiciary (System of Justice)
Score:
59
Magnitude:
0.149
Code:
2002000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02002000
Wikidata_id:
Q105985
Wikidata_label:
judiciary
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
17.6
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.1
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
24
Sprache Difficult Word Count
26
Dick Durbin
Our proposal would establish, within the Department of Justice, a program of student loan repayment for borrowers who agree to remain employed for at least 3 years as public attorneys who are either State or local criminal prosecutors or State, local, or Federal public defenders in criminal cases. It would allow eligible attorneys to receive student loan debt repayments of up to $10,000 per year, with a maximum aggregate over time of $60,000.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.58779
VADER
-0.296
Slightly Negative
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.0333381729
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0253533915
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.008574353
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0038081529
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0032746833
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0014909077
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0004517598
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0002128025
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
3.79608E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.80884E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
9.275E-7
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Justice and Rights
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.09
Code:
2007000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02007000
Wikidata_id:
Q5167661
Wikidata_label:
justice
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Economy, Business and Finance > Macro Economics > Government Debt
Score:
76
Magnitude:
0.068
Code:
4008008
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/04008008
Wikidata_id:
Q3024789
Wikidata_label:
government debt
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Environment
Score:
66.724
Magnitude:
66
Code:
7
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#7
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Economy, Business and Finance > Macro Economics > Loans
Score:
66
Magnitude:
0.06
Code:
4008021
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/04008021
Wikidata_id:
Q189539
Wikidata_label:
loan
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Judiciary (System of Justice)
Score:
62
Magnitude:
0.056
Code:
2002000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02002000
Wikidata_id:
Q105985
Wikidata_label:
judiciary
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Labor > Employment
Score:
62
Magnitude:
0.056
Code:
9003000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/09003000
Wikidata_id:
Q656365
Wikidata_label:
employment
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Labor > Employee
Score:
61
Magnitude:
0.055
Code:
9016000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/09016000
Wikidata_id:
Q703534
Wikidata_label:
employee
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Education > Teaching and Learning > Students
Score:
57
Magnitude:
0.052
Code:
5010001
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/05010001
Wikidata_id:
Q48282
Wikidata_label:
student
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
32.3
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
11.8
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.3
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
26
Sprache Difficult Word Count
28
Dick Durbin
Repayment benefits for such public attorneys would be made available on a first-come, first-served basis and subject to the availability of appropriations. Priority would be given to borrowers who received repayment benefits for the preceding fiscal year and have completed less than 3 years of the first required service period. Borrowers could enter into an additional agreement, after the required 3-year period, for a successive period of service which may be less than 3 years. It would cover student loans made, insured, or guaranteed under the Higher Education Act of 1965, including consolidation loans. Furthermore, it would extend to Federal public defenders the existing Perkins loan forgiveness program available for Federal prosecutors.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.2
Leans Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.2
Leans Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.33647
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.29928
VADER
0.912
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0273612852
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0064079002
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0012779196
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0011216759
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0010831227
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0007891964
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
3.10947E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.61501E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.53093E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
1.47843E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.01281E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Economy, Business and Finance > Macro Economics > Loans
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.13
Code:
4008021
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/04008021
Wikidata_id:
Q189539
Wikidata_label:
loan
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Education
Score:
55
Magnitude:
0.072
Code:
5000000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/05000000
Wikidata_id:
Q8434
Wikidata_label:
education
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Economy, Business and Finance > Financial and Business Service > Insurance
Score:
53
Magnitude:
0.069
Code:
4006006
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/04006006
Wikidata_id:
Q43183
Wikidata_label:
insurance
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Housing
Score:
35.294
Magnitude:
57
Code:
14
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#14
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Domestic Commerce
Score:
29.581
Magnitude:
57
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
7.3
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
45
Sprache Difficult Word Count
41
Dick Durbin
Our bill is modeled on the program for Federal executive branch employees which has been enjoying growing success. Federal law permits Federal executive branch agencies to repay their employees' student loans, up to $10,000 in a year, and up to a lifetime maximum of $60,000. In exchange, the employee must agree to remain with the agency for at least 3 years.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
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
0.883
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0415293005
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0408583961
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0071524584
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0023388755
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0003517118
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
3.00497E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.92529E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
1.76021E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.74327E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
1.03598E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.6613E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Labor > Employment
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.137
Code:
9003000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/09003000
Wikidata_id:
Q656365
Wikidata_label:
employment
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Government Operations
Score:
22.6
Magnitude:
28
Code:
20
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#20
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.6
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
56.6
Gunning-Fog Score
15.4
Coleman-Liau Index
10.2
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.8
Sprache Readability Score
4.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
19
Sprache Difficult Word Count
21
Dick Durbin
During fiscal year 2004, 28 executive branch agencies provided 2,945 Federal employees with more than $16.4 million in student loan repayments, as reported by the Office of Personnel Management in April 2005. This marked a 42-percent increase in the number of beneficiaries and a 79-percent increase in benefits over fiscal year 2003.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0.852
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.066401175
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0108231972
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0065982204
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0028201808
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0016977876
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0006710778
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0005035803
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0003284151
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0001357995
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0001252056
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001004172
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Labor > Employment
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.199
Code:
9003000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/09003000
Wikidata_id:
Q656365
Wikidata_label:
employment
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Education > Teaching and Learning > Students
Score:
76
Magnitude:
0.151
Code:
5010001
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/05010001
Wikidata_id:
Q48282
Wikidata_label:
student
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Labor > Employee
Score:
69
Magnitude:
0.138
Code:
9016000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/09016000
Wikidata_id:
Q703534
Wikidata_label:
employee
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
46.6
Gunning-Fog Score
17.5
Coleman-Liau Index
10.9
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
20
Dick Durbin
It is noteworthy that across the Federal Government in 2004, agencies used the loan repayment program most often to recruit and retain attorneys. In fiscal year 2004, 473 Federal lawyers received loan repayments, representing 16.1 percent of all employees who received the benefit.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.60944
VADER
0.459
Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.155836239
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0160533105
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0050062401
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0036706409
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0014048025
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0006082806
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0003661757
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001204901
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.03667E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.07718E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.7742E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Politics > State Budget and Tax
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.337
Code:
11013000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/11013000
Wikidata_id:
Q271855
Wikidata_label:
government budget
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Agriculture
Score:
73.768
Magnitude:
89
Code:
4
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#4
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Labor > Employee
Score:
65
Magnitude:
0.22
Code:
9016000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/09016000
Wikidata_id:
Q703534
Wikidata_label:
employee
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
37.5
Gunning-Fog Score
17
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
18
Sprache Difficult Word Count
19
Dick Durbin
The Securities and Exchange Commission provided the benefit to 239 lawyers, and the Justice Department distributed program benefits to 118 of its attorneys. According to the Office of Personnel Management's report, the Nuclear Regulatory Commission reported that the program has been of tremendous benefit in recruiting and retaining attorneys in its Honors Law Graduate Program. NRC commented that law school debt is continuing to rise -- to more than $100,000 in some cases -- and a gap exists between Federal and private law firm salaries. As a result, some quality candidates may rule out a career as an attorney in the Federal Government. NRC believes the Federal student loan repayment program helps the Commission overcome these obstacles.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.42857
Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.42857
Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.78846
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.9
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.9
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.56495
VADER
0.936
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0482090662
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0029268413
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0025702582
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0025065616
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0017631555
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0015337819
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0007174647
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0006778521
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0004210596
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0002340762
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
3.17079E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Judiciary (System of Justice)
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.349
Code:
2002000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02002000
Wikidata_id:
Q105985
Wikidata_label:
judiciary
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Environment
Score:
83.644
Magnitude:
73
Code:
7
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#7
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Justice and Rights
Score:
52
Magnitude:
0.183
Code:
2007000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02007000
Wikidata_id:
Q5167661
Wikidata_label:
justice
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
32.3
Gunning-Fog Score
16.9
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
49
Sprache Difficult Word Count
46
Dick Durbin
I recently received a compelling letter from Jennifer Walsh, the assistant appellate defender for the State of Illinois. Her experiences portray in testamentary terms the real dilemmas encountered by perhaps thousands of attorneys desiring public service careers despite exorbitant student loan obligations.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.25131
VADER
0.318
Somewhat Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0238047331
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0023258903
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0019058085
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0011759474
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0006220935
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0002864301
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0002119894
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001557574
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0001433033
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.9271E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.9066E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Justice and Rights
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.073
Code:
2007000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02007000
Wikidata_id:
Q5167661
Wikidata_label:
justice
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Agriculture
Score:
71.917
Magnitude:
84
Code:
4
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#4
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
8.3
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
21
Sprache Difficult Word Count
27
Dick Durbin
To simply paraphrase Ms. Walsh's sentiments would diminish their impact, so I would like to quote some excerpts from her letter: "I love being a public servant. . . . Helping those who cannot afford to help themselves isn't charity and it isn't socially progressive. It is justice and it has made me a better person. . . . However, the one problem that I have consistently had since becoming a public defender is getting my student loans paid. I have a debt burden over $110,000. . . . My student loan payments will soon exceed $950 a month. This represents about one-third of my monthly take-home pay. I cannot help pay the mortgage on my house. I cannot save for my two children's futures. During a financial crisis, my husband knows that he cannot look to me to help the family finances. . . . I am now faced with a Hobson's choice -- do I fulfill the needs of my indigent clients or my struggling family? I absolutely, positively don't want to leave. But my responsibilities to my family and my student loan creditors make staying in the public sector feel selfish and irresponsible. Imagine that -- working for the public good seems selfish and irresponsible because I cannot do what I love and, at the same time, repay what I owe." I appreciate Ms. Walsh's willingness to share her perspectives with me. By enacting and funding this legislation, we can take a meaningful step toward alleviating some of the financial burden for attorneys such as Ms. Walsh who choose careers as criminal prosecutors and public defenders.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.61904
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.41176
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.41176
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.8473
VADER
-0.605
Very Negative
Moderation
Violence
0.0240301495
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0034609129
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0019729236
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0016267466
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0009224367
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0006390166
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0004345547
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
9.91777E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
9.70976E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.78109E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.60187E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Politics > State Budget and Tax
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.692
Code:
11013000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/11013000
Wikidata_id:
Q271855
Wikidata_label:
government budget
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Environment
Score:
93.984
Magnitude:
50
Code:
7
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#7
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
7.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
62.9
Gunning-Fog Score
11
Coleman-Liau Index
11.4
SMOG Index
11.1
Automated Readability Index
7.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
68
Sprache Difficult Word Count
72
Dick Durbin
I know there are many other law graduates who, like Jennifer Walsh, want to apply their legal training and develop their skills in the public sector, but are deterred by the weight of student loan obligations. Passage of our legislation will help them make their careers dreams a reality. I urge its swift adoption.
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
0.887
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0050432951
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0032528711
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0021615984
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0015797439
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0012617471
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0005595229
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0002795588
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001358821
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
5.64886E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
3.88423E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.2186E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Justice and Rights
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.176
Code:
2007000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02007000
Wikidata_id:
Q5167661
Wikidata_label:
justice
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Environment
Score:
91.312
Magnitude:
78
Code:
7
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#7
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Education > Teaching and Learning > Students
Score:
60
Magnitude:
0.105
Code:
5010001
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/05010001
Wikidata_id:
Q48282
Wikidata_label:
student
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.6
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
58.5
Gunning-Fog Score
11.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.4
Sprache Readability Score
4.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
19
Sprache Difficult Word Count
23
Dick Durbin
I ask unanimous consent that the text of the bill be printed in the Record.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0.226
Slightly Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0767472317
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0094641051
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0044260803
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0008659622
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0005716379
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0002449364
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001797461
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001626101
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
7.6251E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
4.61518E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.73393E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Environment
Score:
95.222
Magnitude:
62
Code:
7
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#7
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
6.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
73.2
Gunning-Fog Score
8.7
Coleman-Liau Index
7.7
SMOG Index
9
Automated Readability Index
4.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5
Sprache Readability Score
3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
4
Sprache Difficult Word Count
6
Daniel K. Akaka
Mr. President, I rise today to introduce legislation that will help ensure our homeland security is in the hands of the best and the brightest leaders. The Department of Homeland Security Qualified Leaders Act will establish minimum qualification standards for most Senate-confirmed positions in the Department of Homeland Security, DHS. I am joined by Senators Lautenberg and Carper in introducing this bill, and I thank them for their support.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
3.21888
VADER
0.975
Very Positive
Moderation
Harassment
1.2129348703
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.4309815355
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.250819372
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0791533443
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0120995392
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0027035892
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0017762452
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0008120859
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0002151523
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0002026088
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0001736738
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Politics > Parliament
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.166
Code:
11009000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/11009000
Wikidata_id:
Q35749
Wikidata_label:
parliament
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Environment
Score:
89.63
Magnitude:
145
Code:
7
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#7
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Politics > Election
Score:
75
Magnitude:
0.124
Code:
11003000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/11003000
Wikidata_id:
Q40231
Wikidata_label:
public election
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Laws
Score:
56
Magnitude:
0.094
Code:
2006000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02006000
Wikidata_id:
Q7748
Wikidata_label:
law
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
39.2
Gunning-Fog Score
12.1
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.4
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
29
Sprache Difficult Word Count
27
Daniel K. Akaka
Hurricane Katrina and the resignation of Under Secretary Michael Brown have raised concerns regarding the experience and qualifications of political appointees in the Federal Government. Mr. Brown had minimal emergency management experience prior to joining the Federal Emergency Management Agency, FEMA. Despite Mr. Brown's 3 years as a senior official at FEMA, the agency faltered during Hurricane Katrina under his leadership.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.07692
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.07692
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.1431
VADER
-0.751
Very Negative
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.0318792387
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0283676636
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0030616469
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0016835509
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0009420384
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0004054968
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0002384456
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.000110551
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
5.24089E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.48304E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
3.1999E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Disaster and Accident > Emergency Incident
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.096
Code:
3014000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/03014000
Wikidata_id:
Q5070802
Wikidata_label:
emergency
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Environment
Score:
95.671
Magnitude:
68
Code:
7
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#7
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Politics > Government
Score:
53
Magnitude:
0.051
Code:
11006000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/11006000
Wikidata_id:
Q7188
Wikidata_label:
government
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
15.5
Gunning-Fog Score
14.1
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
9.9
Sprache Readability Score
4.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
36
Sprache Difficult Word Count
28
Daniel K. Akaka
While not all of the Government's failures to prepare for and respond to Hurricane Katrina can be placed at Mr. Brown's doorstep, leadership matters. At a recent Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee hearing on the Coast Guard's response to Hurricane Katrina, Cpt Bruce C. Jones, the commanding officer of Coast Guard Air Station New Orleans, testified, "What counts most in a crisis, is not the plan, it's leadership. Not processes, but people. And not organizational charts, but organizational culture." According to Captain Jones, one of the reasons the Coast Guard was able to respond immediately and perform efficiently during Hurricane Katrina is because the leaders of the Eighth District and Sector New Orleans were able to make quick, sound decisions while following a predetermined plan. Quick thinking and good judgement cannot be written into a plan.
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
0.666
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0096467847
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0083211635
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0017378085
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.000635064
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0004286291
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0004227483
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
8.64878E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
4.89255E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.99015E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
9.3162E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.1146E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Politics > Government
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.102
Code:
11006000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/11006000
Wikidata_id:
Q7188
Wikidata_label:
government
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Environment
Score:
95.655
Magnitude:
108
Code:
7
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#7
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Disaster and Accident > Disaster (General) > Natural Disasters
Score:
91
Magnitude:
0.093
Code:
3015001
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/03015001
Wikidata_id:
Q8065
Wikidata_label:
natural disaster
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Arts, Culture and Entertainment > Arts (General)
Score:
79
Magnitude:
0.081
Code:
1020000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/01020000
Wikidata_id:
Q2018526
Wikidata_label:
arts
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Social Issue > People
Score:
64
Magnitude:
0.065
Code:
14024000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/14024000
Wikidata_id:
Q1156970
Wikidata_label:
humanity
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Economy, Business and Finance > Economy (General)
Score:
55
Magnitude:
0.056
Code:
4017000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/04017000
Wikidata_id:
Q159810
Wikidata_label:
economy
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Police
Score:
54
Magnitude:
0.054
Code:
2003000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02003000
Wikidata_id:
Q35535
Wikidata_label:
police
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Arts, Culture and Entertainment > Culture (General)
Score:
52
Magnitude:
0.053
Code:
1022000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/01022000
Wikidata_id:
Q11042
Wikidata_label:
culture
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
47.4
Gunning-Fog Score
10.9
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
46
Sprache Difficult Word Count
49
Daniel K. Akaka
In addition, DHS, with its multitude of management challenges, requires leaders with strong management experience. Over the past few years, the DHS Inspector General and the Government Accountability Office have cited DHS for poor contract management, ineffective financial systems, and major human capital challenges. Moreover, DHS is in the process of implementing its Second Stage Review, an attempt to better organize the Department to meet its many missions. As Secretary Michael Chertoff overhauls the Department to create what will hopefully be a structure that serve DHS well for years to come, he needs senior officials who have experience running large organizations -- people who know which systems and chains of command work and which do not. Good managers are needed across the Federal Government, but nowhere are they more needed than in an infant agency.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.38462
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.38462
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.7777
VADER
0.582
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0703335041
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0427824067
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0047251986
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0043675936
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0036613448
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0029472259
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0016692824
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.001390819
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0003715745
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0001654792
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
3.88803E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Politics > Politics (General) > Political Systems
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.23
Code:
11024001
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/11024001
Wikidata_id:
Q28108
Wikidata_label:
political system
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Civil Rights
Score:
90.452
Magnitude:
100
Code:
2
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#2
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
31.3
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
49
Sprache Difficult Word Count
51
Daniel K. Akaka
Comptroller General David Walker said in a September 21, 2005, interview with Federal Times that "for certain positions, given the nature of the position, there should be statutory qualification requirements for any nominee." I agree.
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
0.557
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.4214857239
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.1449477044
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0786486838
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0481934228
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0141365381
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0105201907
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0060691495
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0021361344
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0014436109
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0007676304
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0007631304
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Environment
Score:
96.622
Magnitude:
115
Code:
7
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#7
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
32
Gunning-Fog Score
15
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.7
Sprache Readability Score
4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
13
Sprache Difficult Word Count
15
Daniel K. Akaka
For these reasons, we must ensure that the right people are leading DHS. Our bill delineates requirements for Senate-confirmed positions based on their compensation under the Executive Schedule. The most senior officials, those in Executive Level II and III, will be required to possess at least 5 years of management experience, 5 years of experience in a field relevant to the position for which the individual is nominated, such as customs intelligence, or cybersecurity, and a demonstrated ability to manage a substantial staff and budget. These requirements will apply to the following positions: the Under Secretary of Science and Technology; the Under Secretary of Preparedness; the Director of FEMA; and the Under Secretary of Management. The Secretary and Deputy Secretary of Homeland Security are exempt from this bill.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
2.19722
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.73913
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.73913
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.76766
VADER
0.891
Very Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.1581853372
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0943299325
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0341316365
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0105187457
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0086474167
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0013000804
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0010464613
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0009745916
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0001299201
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
5.35893E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
9.3558E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Politics > Parliament
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.144
Code:
11009000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/11009000
Wikidata_id:
Q35749
Wikidata_label:
parliament
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Environment
Score:
96.627
Magnitude:
99
Code:
7
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#7
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Politics > Election
Score:
72
Magnitude:
0.103
Code:
11003000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/11003000
Wikidata_id:
Q40231
Wikidata_label:
public election
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Justice and Rights
Score:
70
Magnitude:
0.1
Code:
2007000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02007000
Wikidata_id:
Q5167661
Wikidata_label:
justice
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Judiciary (System of Justice) > Court Administration
Score:
54
Magnitude:
0.077
Code:
2002003
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02002003
Wikidata_id:
Q12666235
Wikidata_label:
National Courts Administration
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
23.3
Gunning-Fog Score
16.8
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
53
Sprache Difficult Word Count
47
Daniel K. Akaka
Executive Level IV positions will be required to possess significant management experience, at least 5 years of experience in a field relevant to the position for which the individual is nominated, and a demonstrated ability to manage a substantial staff and budget. These position include the Assistant Secretary for Immigration and Customs Enforcement; the Assistant Secretary for Customs and Border Patrol; the Assistant Secretary for Border and Transportation Security Policy; the Assistant Secretary for Plans, Programs, and Budgets; the Director of the Office State and Local Government Coordination and Preparedness; the Director of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services; the Inspector General; the Chief Financial Officer; the U.S. Fire Administrator; and the General Counsel. The bill exempts the commandant of the Coast Guard from this section since requirements for selection of the commandant already exist in law.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.8473
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.64286
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.64286
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.45225
VADER
0.599
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.019359657
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0080949874
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.005774073
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0053643656
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0041517556
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0006198981
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.000405621
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0003854554
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001985676
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
7.31871E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.63608E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Politics > State Budget and Tax
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.817
Code:
11013000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/11013000
Wikidata_id:
Q271855
Wikidata_label:
government budget
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Health
Score:
50.447
Magnitude:
29
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Environment
Score:
34.571
Magnitude:
29
Code:
7
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#7
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
23.1
Gunning-Fog Score
13.4
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
59
Sprache Difficult Word Count
55
Daniel K. Akaka
I believe that any program or agency will succeed or fail based on leadership. This is especially true at Federal agencies, which need senior leaders with management skills and subject matter expertise. Our bill is a step in the right direction, and I urge my colleagues to join us in passing this important legislation.
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
0.62
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0322913023
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0218953413
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0053791035
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0047992315
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0021762635
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0019789875
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0001586372
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001095894
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
8.92622E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
7.89288E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
5.8879E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Justice and Rights
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.114
Code:
2007000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02007000
Wikidata_id:
Q5167661
Wikidata_label:
justice
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Health
Score:
86.234
Magnitude:
46
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Laws
Score:
80
Magnitude:
0.091
Code:
2006000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02006000
Wikidata_id:
Q7748
Wikidata_label:
law
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Sport > Soccer
Score:
52
Magnitude:
0.059
Code:
15054000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/15054000
Wikidata_id:
Q2736
Wikidata_label:
association football
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
47.6
Gunning-Fog Score
15.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.9
Sprache Readability Score
4.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
17
Sprache Difficult Word Count
19
Daniel K. Akaka
I ask unanimous consent that the text of the bill be printed in the Record following my statement.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0.226
Slightly Positive
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.0634662982
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0381832069
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0350704795
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0061417406
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0045866625
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0040731968
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0040710609
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0016598024
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0011071364
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0003689801
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.000240297
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Health
Score:
62.986
Magnitude:
63
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Environment
Score:
20.426
Magnitude:
63
Code:
7
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#7
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
61.7
Gunning-Fog Score
11.6
Coleman-Liau Index
10.4
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
5
Sprache Difficult Word Count
8
Harry Reid
Mr. President, I rise today to introduce the Ed Fountain Park Expansion Act. This legislation would transfer approximately eight acres of Federal land to the city of Las Vegas to allow for the expansion of one of the city's most popular parks.
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
0.608
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0192129461
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0082237646
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0061226594
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0033191809
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0002902547
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001128729
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
6.85646E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
4.78254E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
4.29278E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.11567E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
3.072E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Environmental Issue > Natural Resources > Parks
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.127
Code:
6006002
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/06006002
Wikidata_id:
Q22698
Wikidata_label:
park
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
International Affairs
Score:
87.758
Magnitude:
68
Code:
19
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#19
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
51.6
Gunning-Fog Score
10.4
Coleman-Liau Index
11.8
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
7.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6
Sprache Readability Score
3.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
14
Sprache Difficult Word Count
17
Harry Reid
Ed Fountain Park is one of the best known and well-used parks in the city of Las Vegas. Located in a mature part of the city, adjacent to the city's oldest golf course, Ed Fountain Park has provided recreational opportunities for generations of local residents. For many years it has been home to Pop Warner football practices, youth soccer games, and family picnics and reunions. On any given day or night, a multitude of activities are taking place at the park, many of which are associated with the numerous nonprofit organizations that utilize the park's resources.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
3.43399
VADER
0.863
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.3630982246
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.3112970386
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.1471372438
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0228263452
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0094545518
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0015008867
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0011974539
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0003118659
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0002117801
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
4.50004E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
3.6579E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Environmental Issue > Natural Resources > Parks
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.236
Code:
6006002
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/06006002
Wikidata_id:
Q22698
Wikidata_label:
park
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Defense
Score:
95.402
Magnitude:
80
Code:
16
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#16
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Sport > Soccer
Score:
76
Magnitude:
0.179
Code:
15054000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/15054000
Wikidata_id:
Q2736
Wikidata_label:
association football
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Arts, Culture and Entertainment > Music > Popular Music
Score:
53
Magnitude:
0.125
Code:
1011004
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/01011004
Wikidata_id:
Q373342
Wikidata_label:
popular music
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
42.7
Gunning-Fog Score
16.7
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
29
Sprache Difficult Word Count
34
Harry Reid
The city of Las Vegas contacted my office several months ago to express their desire to expand Ed Fountain Park by acquiring land adjacent to the park that served as the site of the local administrative offices for the Bureau of Land Management, BLM, and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. The property was vacated by both Federal land management agencies several years ago after they relocated to a larger, multi-jurisdictional facility in the northwest part of the Las Vegas Valley.
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
0.612
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0634179858
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0181989832
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0141129814
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0016292508
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0007775512
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.000659103
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0005213245
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0003825379
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0003734708
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.00014864
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
4.75992E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Economy, Business and Finance > Construction and Property
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.142
Code:
4004000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/04004000
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Immigration
Score:
80.26
Magnitude:
152
Code:
9
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#9
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Environmental Issue > Natural Resources > Wildlife
Score:
54
Magnitude:
0.077
Code:
6006008
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/06006008
Wikidata_id:
Q7860
Wikidata_label:
nature
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
41.6
Gunning-Fog Score
15
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.5
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
29
Sprache Difficult Word Count
30
Harry Reid
The property to be acquired by the city is technically classified as part of the Desert National Wildlife Refuge Complex and is currently under the jurisdiction of the Fish and Wildlife Service. The parcel in question, however, is many miles away the actual wildlife refuge and sits as a vacant urban lot. The former administrative offices that were housed on the land were placed there many decades ago when this area was considered to be in the outskirts of town. Now, after years of unprecedented growth, this land is surrounded by well-established neighborhoods. The site also contains a single empty historical structure that would be part of the conveyance.
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
0.202
Slightly Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0500034308
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0379132049
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.011558336
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.002509042
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0016233929
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0008497445
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0007234706
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0004529099
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
5.48698E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.45276E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.20483E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Environmental Issue > Natural Resources > Wildlife
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.156
Code:
6006008
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/06006008
Wikidata_id:
Q7860
Wikidata_label:
nature
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Economy, Business and Finance > Construction and Property
Score:
70
Magnitude:
0.11
Code:
4004000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/04004000
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Government Operations
Score:
34.536
Magnitude:
136
Code:
20
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#20
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
International Affairs
Score:
20.487
Magnitude:
136
Code:
19
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#19
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
44.5
Gunning-Fog Score
14.6
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
34
Sprache Difficult Word Count
37
Harry Reid
Were the property under the jurisdiction of the BLM, as is usually the case in the Las Vegas Valley, the property could have been transferred administratively under the authority of the Recreation and Public Purposes Act. But because it is the property of the Fish and Wildlife Service, legislation is needed to transfer ownership of the property from the Fish and Wildlife Service to the city.
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
Violence
0.0543798669
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0172571075
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0043427033
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0025906929
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0005924347
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0004470015
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0003881549
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0002637253
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0001210346
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
8.5189E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
7.19713E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Economy, Business and Finance > Construction and Property
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.331
Code:
4004000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/04004000
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Social Welfare
Score:
58.369
Magnitude:
54
Code:
13
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#13
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Environmental Issue > Natural Resources > Wildlife
Score:
55
Magnitude:
0.181
Code:
6006008
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/06006008
Wikidata_id:
Q7860
Wikidata_label:
nature
Source:
IPTC Subject
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
6.4
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
20
Sprache Difficult Word Count
18
Harry Reid
This legislation provides the city with maximum flexibility to use the parcel to expand Ed Fountain Park, to build new athletic fields, to develop a community center, or any combination of these uses. All of these potential uses are in the public interest and provide important justification for conveying the land to the city at no cost.
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
0.743
Very Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.276273326
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.1537777251
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0932236668
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0322197448
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0092012662
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.001691222
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
9.20739E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
5.7003E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
5.31321E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
3.19172E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.8581E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Economy, Business and Finance > Construction and Property > Land Price
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.132
Code:
4004005
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/04004005
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Social Welfare
Score:
93.139
Magnitude:
60
Code:
13
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#13
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Laws
Score:
65
Magnitude:
0.085
Code:
2006000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02006000
Wikidata_id:
Q7748
Wikidata_label:
law
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Environmental Issue > Natural Resources > Parks
Score:
55
Magnitude:
0.072
Code:
6006002
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/06006002
Wikidata_id:
Q22698
Wikidata_label:
park
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Sport > Soccer
Score:
51
Magnitude:
0.068
Code:
15054000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/15054000
Wikidata_id:
Q2736
Wikidata_label:
association football
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
29.5
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
16
Sprache Difficult Word Count
19
Harry Reid
I look forward to working with the distinguished chairman and ranking member of the Environment and Public Works Committee to move this legislation forward in a timely manner.
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
Violence > Graphic
0.0088559784
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0041452164
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0038179056
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0018682402
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0011501977
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0010016864
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0007976094
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
7.23382E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
4.79233E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
4.62684E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
7.0451E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Environmental Issue > Environmental Politics
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.06
Code:
6004000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/06004000
Wikidata_id:
Q5381346
Wikidata_label:
environmental politics
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Health
Score:
83.682
Magnitude:
75
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
33.4
Gunning-Fog Score
14.1
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
9
Sprache Difficult Word Count
12
Harry Reid
I ask unanimous consent that the text of the bill be printed in the Record.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0.226
Slightly Positive
Moderation
Harassment > Threatening
0.0183411685
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0162813696
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0153399073
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0043454209
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0007301064
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0003243903
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0002030355
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0001890599
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0001027948
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
2.88954E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
9.6497E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Social Welfare
Score:
45.638
Magnitude:
187
Code:
13
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#13
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Immigration
Score:
25.116
Magnitude:
187
Code:
9
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#9
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
6.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
73.2
Gunning-Fog Score
8.7
Coleman-Liau Index
7.7
SMOG Index
9
Automated Readability Index
4.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5
Sprache Readability Score
3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
4
Sprache Difficult Word Count
6
Saxby Chambliss
Mr. President, today, Senator Harkin and I are introducing the POPs, LRTAP POPs and PIC Implementation Act of 2005. This bill would amend the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA) to implement the United States' pesticide- related obligations under the Stockholm Convention on Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs Convention), the Aarhus Protocol on Persistent Organic Pollutants to the Geneva Convention on Long Range Transboundary Air Pollution (LRTAP POPs Protocol) and the Rotterdam Convention on the Prior Informed Consent Procedure for Certain Hazardous Chemicals and Pesticides in International Trade (PIC Convention).
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.25
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.25
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.45199
VADER
0.7
Very Positive
Topics
Topic:
Environmental Issue > Environmental Pollution
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.166
Code:
6005000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/06005000
Wikidata_id:
Q58734
Wikidata_label:
pollution
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Environmental Issue > Environmental Pollution > Air Pollution
Score:
99
Magnitude:
0.165
Code:
6005001
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/06005001
Wikidata_id:
Q131123
Wikidata_label:
air pollution
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Social Issue > Family
Score:
51
Magnitude:
0.084
Code:
14006000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/14006000
Wikidata_id:
Q8436
Wikidata_label:
family
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
9.1
Gunning-Fog Score
14.2
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
50
Sprache Difficult Word Count
41
Saxby Chambliss
POPs are certain chemicals that are toxic, persist in the environment for an extended period of time and can bioaccumulate in the human food chain. POPs have been linked to adverse health effects on humans and animals. Due to their persistent characteristics and ability to circulate globally, POPs that are released in one part of the world can travel to neighboring regions and negatively affect environments where they are not produced or used.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.63636
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.63636
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.335
VADER
0.226
Slightly Positive
Topics
Topic:
Social Issue > Family
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.111
Code:
14006000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/14006000
Wikidata_id:
Q8436
Wikidata_label:
family
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Environmental Issue > Environmental Politics
Score:
58
Magnitude:
0.065
Code:
6004000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/06004000
Wikidata_id:
Q5381346
Wikidata_label:
environmental politics
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Environmental Issue > Hazardous Materials
Score:
55
Magnitude:
0.061
Code:
6012000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/06012000
Wikidata_id:
Q757138
Wikidata_label:
hazardous substances
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Environmental Issue > Nature
Score:
54
Magnitude:
0.06
Code:
6007000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/06007000
Wikidata_id:
Q7860
Wikidata_label:
nature
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
38.4
Gunning-Fog Score
18
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
25
Sprache Difficult Word Count
27
Saxby Chambliss
The United States has taken a leading role in reducing and eliminating the use POPs. For example, in the late 1970s, the United States prohibited the manufacture of new PCBs and severely restricted the use of remaining stocks. And over the past 35 years, the United States has had a strong regulatory process that restricted the production and use of dangerous pesticides. Even prior to signing the POPs Convention, the United States prohibited the sale of all the POPs pesticides initially targeted by the convention.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.09091
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.09091
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.16705
VADER
0.494
Positive
Topics
Topic:
Social Issue > Family
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.112
Code:
14006000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/14006000
Wikidata_id:
Q8436
Wikidata_label:
family
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
40.9
Gunning-Fog Score
17
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.4
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
29
Sprache Difficult Word Count
25
Saxby Chambliss
In 2001, President George W. Bush signed the POPs Convention. Its ultimate goal is the safe management of hazardous chemicals. Over time, the convention will help bring an end to the production and use of dangerous pollutants around the world and to positively affect the U.S. environment and public health.
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
0.71
Very Positive
Topics
Topic:
Environmental Issue > Environmental Politics
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.081
Code:
6004000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/06004000
Wikidata_id:
Q5381346
Wikidata_label:
environmental politics
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Environmental Issue > Environmental Pollution
Score:
76
Magnitude:
0.061
Code:
6005000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/06005000
Wikidata_id:
Q58734
Wikidata_label:
pollution
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Disaster and Accident > Pollution
Score:
73
Magnitude:
0.059
Code:
3009000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/03009000
Wikidata_id:
Q58734
Wikidata_label:
pollution
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Politics > Politics (General)
Score:
65
Magnitude:
0.053
Code:
11024000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/11024000
Wikidata_id:
Q11827330
Wikidata_label:
political process
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
6.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
63.8
Gunning-Fog Score
11.2
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
5.5
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.1
Sprache Readability Score
3.2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
15
Sprache Difficult Word Count
18
Saxby Chambliss
Specifically, the convention requires all signatory nations to stop the production and use of 12 listed POPs, including DDT, PCBs and dioxins. Parties to the convention also agree to control sources of POPs by-products to reduce releases and provide for the safe handling and disposal of POPs in an environmentally sound manner. The convention includes a science-based procedure to allow other POPs to be added and provides technical and financial assistance to help developing countries manage and control POPs.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.83333
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.83333
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.03688
VADER
0.859
Very Positive
Topics
Topic:
Social Issue > Family
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.152
Code:
14006000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/14006000
Wikidata_id:
Q8436
Wikidata_label:
family
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
32.2
Gunning-Fog Score
18.2
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
35
Sprache Difficult Word Count
33
Saxby Chambliss
In 1998, the United States and members of the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UN-ECE) negotiated a regional protocol on POPs under the auspices of the Convention on Long Range Transboundary Air Pollution (LRTAP). Informally, the agreement is called the LRTAP POPs Protocol. The goal of the protocol is to eliminate production and reduce emissions of POPs in North America and Europe.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.95551
VADER
0.832
Very Positive
Topics
Topic:
Environmental Issue > Environmental Pollution > Air Pollution
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.247
Code:
6005001
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/06005001
Wikidata_id:
Q131123
Wikidata_label:
air pollution
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
33.2
Gunning-Fog Score
14.8
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
29
Sprache Difficult Word Count
27
Saxby Chambliss
The LRTAP POPs Protocol was the basis for the POPs Convention. The two agreements are similar in purpose, except that the LRTAP treaty is regional and it does not include trade restrictions or the technical and financial assistance available to developing nations under the POPs Convention. Also, the LRTAP POPs Protocol includes four additional chemicals to the 12 listed in the POPs Convention.
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
0.273
Slightly Positive
Topics
Topic:
Social Issue > Family
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.176
Code:
14006000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/14006000
Wikidata_id:
Q8436
Wikidata_label:
family
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
40.5
Gunning-Fog Score
15.4
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.6
Sprache Readability Score
4.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
26
Sprache Difficult Word Count
21
Saxby Chambliss
In 1998, the PIC Convention established an information-sharing process to promote cooperative efforts among the parties to the convention regarding trade in chemicals. The process is designed to help nations decide whether to allow a chemical to be imported. Basically, the PIC Convention provides for prior notification to potential importing countries by nations exporting chemicals that have been banned or severely restricted in the exporting country. Countries exporting the chemicals listed in the convention must generally ensure that the importing country has consented to import the chemical.
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
0.44
Positive
Topics
Topic:
Politics > Parties and Movements
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.125
Code:
11010000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/11010000
Wikidata_id:
Q7278
Wikidata_label:
political party
Source:
IPTC Subject
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
8.8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
43
Sprache Difficult Word Count
32
Saxby Chambliss
The bill we are introducing today would prohibit the sale, distribution, use, production or disposal of any listed POPs pesticides or LRTAP POPs pesticide. It would establish notice and reporting procedures to ensure the American public is aware of potential actions and decisions made by the parties to the conventions. The bill also would add new export reporting and labeling requirements to ensure compliance with U.S. obligations under the PIC Convention.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.22378
VADER
0.785
Very Positive
Topics
Topic:
Politics > Parties and Movements
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.129
Code:
11010000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/11010000
Wikidata_id:
Q7278
Wikidata_label:
political party
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Social Issue > Family
Score:
80
Magnitude:
0.103
Code:
14006000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/14006000
Wikidata_id:
Q8436
Wikidata_label:
family
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Economy, Business and Finance > Chemicals
Score:
64
Magnitude:
0.083
Code:
4002000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/04002000
Wikidata_id:
Q79529
Wikidata_label:
chemical substance
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
38.3
Gunning-Fog Score
16.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.8
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.9
Sprache Readability Score
4.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
28
Sprache Difficult Word Count
26
Saxby Chambliss
In order for the United States to become a party to the conventions, the Senate must ratify the POPs and PIC Conventions. Congress also must pass implementing legislation. This bill does not include a ratification resolution and it does not amend the Toxic Substances Control 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
0.671
Very Positive
Topics
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > International Law
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.13
Code:
2011000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02011000
Wikidata_id:
Q4394526
Wikidata_label:
international law
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Politics > Parties and Movements
Score:
73
Magnitude:
0.096
Code:
11010000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/11010000
Wikidata_id:
Q7278
Wikidata_label:
political party
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Laws
Score:
71
Magnitude:
0.092
Code:
2006000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02006000
Wikidata_id:
Q7748
Wikidata_label:
law
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Politics > Parliament
Score:
69
Magnitude:
0.089
Code:
11009000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/11009000
Wikidata_id:
Q35749
Wikidata_label:
parliament
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Social Issue > Family
Score:
59
Magnitude:
0.077
Code:
14006000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/14006000
Wikidata_id:
Q8436
Wikidata_label:
family
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.2
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
42.3
Gunning-Fog Score
11.4
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.6
Sprache Readability Score
4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
17
Sprache Difficult Word Count
18
Saxby Chambliss
At this time, the United States is not a party to the conventions and does not have a seat at the negotiating table. This weak position hampers the ability of our technical experts and negotiators to protect our leadership role in international pesticide policy and regulation. Our observer-only status also limits our ability to participate in the critical decisions that affect U.S. businesses and economic interests and our environment and public health. The delay in ratifying the conventions serves to marginalize us.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.42857
Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.42857
Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.78846
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.29412
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.29412
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.57054
VADER
0.459
Positive
Topics
Topic:
Health > Government Health Care > Medicaid
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.308
Code:
7011002
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/07011002
Wikidata_id:
Q1519138
Wikidata_label:
national health insurance
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Economy, Business and Finance > Economy (General) > Economic Policy
Score:
61
Magnitude:
0.189
Code:
4017001
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/04017001
Wikidata_id:
Q582577
Wikidata_label:
economic policy
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
34.5
Gunning-Fog Score
16.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.8
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
32
Sprache Difficult Word Count
34
Saxby Chambliss
The U.S. delegation was unable to fully participate in the first meeting of parties to the POPs Convention held in May 2005 in Punta del Este, Uruguay. The next meeting of the parties to the POPs Convention is May 2006. I urge my colleagues to ratify the conventions and pass implementing legislation so that the United States can reclaim its rightful place as a world leader in the safe management of hazardous chemicals.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.83321
VADER
0.886
Very Positive
Topics
Topic:
Social Issue > Family
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.079
Code:
14006000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/14006000
Wikidata_id:
Q8436
Wikidata_label:
family
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > International Law
Score:
79
Magnitude:
0.063
Code:
2011000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02011000
Wikidata_id:
Q4394526
Wikidata_label:
international law
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Politics > Parties and Movements
Score:
76
Magnitude:
0.061
Code:
11010000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/11010000
Wikidata_id:
Q7278
Wikidata_label:
political party
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
58.1
Gunning-Fog Score
11.9
Coleman-Liau Index
10.9
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
7.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.4
Sprache Readability Score
4.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
22
Sprache Difficult Word Count
24
Saxby Chambliss
I look forward to working with my colleagues on the Senate Foreign Relations Committee and the Environment and Public Works Committee on this matter.
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
Neutral
Topics
Topic:
Politics > Parliament
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.184
Code:
11009000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/11009000
Wikidata_id:
Q35749
Wikidata_label:
parliament
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Social Issue > Demographics > Immigration
Score:
84
Magnitude:
0.155
Code:
14003002
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/14003002
Wikidata_id:
Q131288
Wikidata_label:
immigration
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Politics > Parliament > Upper House
Score:
65
Magnitude:
0.119
Code:
11009001
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/11009001
Wikidata_id:
Q637846
Wikidata_label:
upper house
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Social Issue > Family
Score:
61
Magnitude:
0.113
Code:
14006000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/14006000
Wikidata_id:
Q8436
Wikidata_label:
family
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Social Issue > Family > Sex
Score:
60
Magnitude:
0.11
Code:
14006005
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/14006005
Wikidata_id:
Q608
Wikidata_label:
human sexual behavior
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Environmental Issue > Nature
Score:
54
Magnitude:
0.099
Code:
6007000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/06007000
Wikidata_id:
Q7860
Wikidata_label:
nature
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
38
Gunning-Fog Score
11.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.5
Sprache Readability Score
4.3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
8
Sprache Difficult Word Count
9
Tom Harkin
Mr. President, today I am pleased to join with Chairman Chambliss in introducing legislation to implement the Stockholm Convention on Persistent Organic Pollutants, the LRTAP POPs Protocol, and the Rotterdam PIC Protocol. These three agreements provide an international framework for controlling and eliminating the use of chemicals that have the greatest potential for long-term environmental damage. These persistent organic pollutants, or POPs, are chemicals that do not easily break down in the environment. As a result, they tend to move across international boundaries and bio- accumulate -- in other words, they travel up the food chain. This legislation modifies existing U.S. law under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide and Rodenticide Act, FIFRA, to bring us into compliance with these agreements with regard to chemicals used in agriculture. Implementation of the agreements will also require modification of the Toxic Substances Control Act, TSCA.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.14286
Leans Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.14286
Leans Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.25131
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.44444
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.44444
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.89794
VADER
0.875
Very Positive
Topics
Topic:
Lifestyle and Leisure > Gastronomy > Organic Foods
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.253
Code:
10003001
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/10003001
Wikidata_id:
Q380778
Wikidata_label:
organic food
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Politics > Treaty
Score:
87
Magnitude:
0.221
Code:
11027000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/11027000
Wikidata_id:
Q131569
Wikidata_label:
treaty
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
30.6
Gunning-Fog Score
14.8
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
64
Sprache Difficult Word Count
58
Tom Harkin
These conventions and protocols have already entered into force. But at this point, though the United States is a signatory to all of them, we have not ratified them. All of the chemicals that are listed in the agreement are already banned or tightly controlled under U.S. law, but the Stockholm Convention's Review Committee just met in Geneva and further meetings are planned, and decisions are being made without our delegation able to fully participate as a party to the agreement. The United States needs to ratify the convention in order to have a voice in this process.
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
0.931
Very Positive
Topics
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > International Law
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.151
Code:
2011000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02011000
Wikidata_id:
Q4394526
Wikidata_label:
international law
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Lifestyle and Leisure > Gastronomy > Organic Foods
Score:
64
Magnitude:
0.096
Code:
10003001
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/10003001
Wikidata_id:
Q380778
Wikidata_label:
organic food
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
54.2
Gunning-Fog Score
12.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
26
Sprache Difficult Word Count
30
Tom Harkin
Our goal in writing this legislation is narrow. It has not been our intention to open up FIFRA as part of this process, but only to craft those changes compelled by our international commitments. That is not to say that FIFRA is perfect or could not be improved and strengthened -- only that this is not the occasion to launch into changing the domestic law beyond the narrow goal of compliance with these agreements.
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
0.911
Very Positive
Topics
Topic:
Politics > Treaty
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.133
Code:
11027000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/11027000
Wikidata_id:
Q131569
Wikidata_label:
treaty
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Judiciary (System of Justice)
Score:
74
Magnitude:
0.098
Code:
2002000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02002000
Wikidata_id:
Q105985
Wikidata_label:
judiciary
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Laws
Score:
60
Magnitude:
0.08
Code:
2006000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02006000
Wikidata_id:
Q7748
Wikidata_label:
law
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Justice and Rights
Score:
50
Magnitude:
0.067
Code:
2007000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02007000
Wikidata_id:
Q5167661
Wikidata_label:
justice
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
55.8
Gunning-Fog Score
14.1
Coleman-Liau Index
11.5
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.3
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
19
Sprache Difficult Word Count
21
Tom Harkin
Some have urged that this measure provide for automatic processes triggered by the decisions of the review committee overseeing the Stockholm Convention. For instance, if the review committee lists a chemical, they would have the United States automatically take steps to regulate or ban the chemical domestically. I have sympathy with that approach, and I would hope that our existing environmental laws would be used to restrict the use of such a chemical before international action, as they have with all the initial chemicals listed in the Stockholm Convention.
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
0.25
Slightly Positive
Topics
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Judiciary (System of Justice)
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.089
Code:
2002000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02002000
Wikidata_id:
Q105985
Wikidata_label:
judiciary
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Justice and Rights
Score:
97
Magnitude:
0.086
Code:
2007000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02007000
Wikidata_id:
Q5167661
Wikidata_label:
justice
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Environmental Issue > Nature
Score:
85
Magnitude:
0.075
Code:
6007000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/06007000
Wikidata_id:
Q7860
Wikidata_label:
nature
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Environmental Issue > Hazardous Materials
Score:
58
Magnitude:
0.052
Code:
6012000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/06012000
Wikidata_id:
Q757138
Wikidata_label:
hazardous substances
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
27.5
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.1
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
32
Sprache Difficult Word Count
32
Tom Harkin
But that is not what is called for in the Stockholm Convention. The convention that this legislation will implement does not compel parties to adopt new chemicals added to the convention in future years. Instead, the parties are allowed to opt in to the convention's restrictions. The legislation we are introducing today would allow for any information or studies generated as part of the international process to be used as part of a domestic regulatory action on the chemical, but would not provide an automatic process that compelled the Environmental Protection Agency, EPA, to take action. In essence, we are allowing the EPA to move forward and take action on a chemical if the case made in the international review for a ban is strong, and not make EPA reinvent the wheel and generate new data to back up their conclusions, while at the same time, not mandating EPA action to ban or regulate a chemical. This legislation strikes a fair balance and one that is consistent with the limited goal we have in this process to bring FIFRA into compliance with our international obligations.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.33647
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.42857
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.42857
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.86904
VADER
-0.743
Very Negative
Topics
Topic:
Politics > Foreign Aid
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.49
Code:
11005000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/11005000
Wikidata_id:
Q2827815
Wikidata_label:
international aid
Source:
IPTC Subject
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
6.9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
63
Sprache Difficult Word Count
50
Tom Harkin
The most controversial aspects of this legislation are the provisions that deal with the process by which new chemicals are brought under the convention's control. It is critically important that the position of the United States in the international regulation of chemicals take into account the views of all parties -- pesticide manufacturers, farmers, environmental scientists, State regulators -- everyone who has a stake in the process.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.2
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.2
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.33647
VADER
0.641
Very Positive
Topics
Topic:
Health > Medical Research
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.068
Code:
7005000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/07005000
Wikidata_id:
Q2752427
Wikidata_label:
medical research
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Environmental Issue > Nature
Score:
99
Magnitude:
0.067
Code:
6007000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/06007000
Wikidata_id:
Q7860
Wikidata_label:
nature
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Laws
Score:
84
Magnitude:
0.057
Code:
2006000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02006000
Wikidata_id:
Q7748
Wikidata_label:
law
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
16.4
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
21
Sprache Difficult Word Count
24
Tom Harkin
Under the Stockholm Convention, the process of listing new POPs chemicals follows a three-part process. The review committee determines whether a chemical satisfies the agreed screening criteria in the convention; if the criteria are satisfied, a risk profile is prepared; if on the basis of the risk profile, it is determined that global action is required, the committee or parties would consider listing the chemical.
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
0.859
Very Positive
Topics
Topic:
Politics > Parties and Movements
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.102
Code:
11010000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/11010000
Wikidata_id:
Q7278
Wikidata_label:
political party
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Social Issue > Family
Score:
63
Magnitude:
0.064
Code:
14006000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/14006000
Wikidata_id:
Q8436
Wikidata_label:
family
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Environmental Issue > Hazardous Materials
Score:
59
Magnitude:
0.06
Code:
6012000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/06012000
Wikidata_id:
Q757138
Wikidata_label:
hazardous substances
Source:
IPTC Subject
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
9.1
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
31
Sprache Difficult Word Count
23
Tom Harkin
In each of these stages, the U.S. position should be informed by formal notice and comment periods as provided in existing law. The Federal notice and comment process is open, well developed, and well understood by stakeholders in the process. If this process is optional, there is the risk that the U.S. position could be formed without taking into account important views. While nothing in this legislation dictates that any particular position in this established process be taken by the administration, there is a requirement that the administration use this process to collect information to inform its position in the international body regarding any particular chemical.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
2.70805
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.9
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.9
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.56495
VADER
0.44
Positive
Topics
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Judiciary (System of Justice)
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.154
Code:
2002000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02002000
Wikidata_id:
Q105985
Wikidata_label:
judiciary
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Laws
Score:
64
Magnitude:
0.099
Code:
2006000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02006000
Wikidata_id:
Q7748
Wikidata_label:
law
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Justice and Rights
Score:
55
Magnitude:
0.084
Code:
2007000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02007000
Wikidata_id:
Q5167661
Wikidata_label:
justice
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
41.2
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
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
37
Sprache Difficult Word Count
34
Tom Harkin
The administration's draft of this legislation gave the EPA Administrator permission to initiate a notice and comment period but did not require it. The argument for this position was a constitutional claim that the executive's authority over negotiations with other nations includes a right to rely on whatever information that the president chooses to use. The "remedy" for negotiating a faulty treaty, according to the letter received from the Department of Justice, is for the Senate to refuse to consent to the treaty.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.58779
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.625
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.625
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.34993
VADER
-0.153
Leans Negative
Topics
Topic:
Politics > Treaty
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.658
Code:
11027000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/11027000
Wikidata_id:
Q131569
Wikidata_label:
treaty
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Justice and Rights
Score:
51
Magnitude:
0.334
Code:
2007000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02007000
Wikidata_id:
Q5167661
Wikidata_label:
justice
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
23.8
Gunning-Fog Score
18.8
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
34
Sprache Difficult Word Count
34
Tom Harkin
This position is not consistent with existing Federal law and is impractical particularly in a process like this one, where the negotiation in question would never be subject to ratification by the Senate. My concern with this constitutional theory resulted in an exchange of correspondence last year, when this bill was being drafted by then-Chairman Cochran.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.25131
VADER
0.42
Positive
Topics
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Judiciary (System of Justice)
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.168
Code:
2002000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02002000
Wikidata_id:
Q105985
Wikidata_label:
judiciary
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Politics > Constitution
Score:
91
Magnitude:
0.153
Code:
11015000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/11015000
Wikidata_id:
Q7755
Wikidata_label:
constitution
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Politics > Parliament
Score:
66
Magnitude:
0.111
Code:
11009000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/11009000
Wikidata_id:
Q35749
Wikidata_label:
parliament
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
28
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.4
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
18
Sprache Difficult Word Count
24
Tom Harkin
I wrote to then-Administrator Michael Leavitt at the EPA, asking for a written explanation of the administration's position on this issue. This resulted in two letters, one from Administrator Leavitt on behalf of the EPA dated March 25, 2004, and one from Assistant Attorney General William Moschella on behalf of the Department of Justice dated March 25, 2004. Finally, I requested an analysis of the constitutional issues raised by this provision from the American Law Division of the Congressional Research Service and received a memorandum dated March 30, 2004. I will offer all of these letters and the CRS memorandum for inclusion in the Record at the end of my statement.
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
0.527
Very Positive
Topics
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Judiciary (System of Justice)
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.128
Code:
2002000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02002000
Wikidata_id:
Q105985
Wikidata_label:
judiciary
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Justice and Rights
Score:
68
Magnitude:
0.086
Code:
2007000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02007000
Wikidata_id:
Q5167661
Wikidata_label:
justice
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
34.1
Gunning-Fog Score
15.5
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
40
Sprache Difficult Word Count
39
Tom Harkin
Having reviewed all this material, I find that the administration's position is not well supported, and I would urge the Senate to reject any effort to include it in this legislation. The CRS memorandum on the EPA draft summarizes the state of the law as follows:
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
-0.527
Very Negative
Topics
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Laws
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.102
Code:
2006000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02006000
Wikidata_id:
Q7748
Wikidata_label:
law
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Justice and Rights
Score:
84
Magnitude:
0.086
Code:
2007000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02007000
Wikidata_id:
Q5167661
Wikidata_label:
justice
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Politics > Parliament
Score:
83
Magnitude:
0.084
Code:
11009000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/11009000
Wikidata_id:
Q35749
Wikidata_label:
parliament
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Judiciary (System of Justice)
Score:
59
Magnitude:
0.06
Code:
2002000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02002000
Wikidata_id:
Q105985
Wikidata_label:
judiciary
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
41.9
Gunning-Fog Score
16.2
Coleman-Liau Index
11.5
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
16
Sprache Difficult Word Count
19
Tom Harkin
Stated succinctly, the separation of powers doctrine "implicit in the Constitution and well established in case law, forbids Congress from infringing upon the Executive Branch's ability to perform its traditional functions." The Supreme Court has established that in determining whether an act of Congress has violated the doctrine, "the proper inquiry focuses on the extent to which it prevents the Executive Branch from accomplishing its constitutionally assigned functions." The memo goes on to state that it is "difficult to see how a mandatory notice and comment requirement would implicate this traditional executive function." The memorandum concludes that "it does not appear that a mandatory notice and comment requirement would present any substantive separation of powers concerns." Clearly, there is no merit to the Justice Department's contention that mandatory notice and comment would be an unconstitutional intrusion into the President's exclusive prerogative over foreign policy. Clearly, future steps taken domestically to carry out these international agreements should be informed by the views of all stakeholders and build the record through the notice and comment procedure for domestic implementation of any international action. This legislation makes the right choice by mandating notice and comment.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.53846
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.53846
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.07692
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.07692
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.14842
VADER
0.912
Very Positive
Topics
Topic:
Politics > Treaty
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.508
Code:
11027000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/11027000
Wikidata_id:
Q131569
Wikidata_label:
treaty
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Justice and Rights
Score:
57
Magnitude:
0.29
Code:
2007000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02007000
Wikidata_id:
Q5167661
Wikidata_label:
justice
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
15.5
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
79
Sprache Difficult Word Count
70
Tom Harkin
I appreciate the opportunity to work with Chairman Chambliss on this legislation, and with our committee's previous chair, Senator Cochran, whose staff worked tirelessly to develop this legislation. I am hopeful that we can work together with the other body to reach agreement on implementing legislation along the lines of this bill, that will clear the way for ratification of the Stockholm Convention.
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
0.929
Very Positive
Topics
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Laws
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.186
Code:
2006000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02006000
Wikidata_id:
Q7748
Wikidata_label:
law
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
27.1
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
20
Sprache Difficult Word Count
22
Tom Harkin
I ask unanimous consent to include in the Record a letter to Administrator Michael Leavitt, his response from March 25, 2004, the response to the same letter by William Moschella on behalf of the Justice Department, and the memorandum of law from the Congressional Research Service.
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
0.649
Very Positive
Topics
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Judiciary (System of Justice)
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.066
Code:
2002000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02002000
Wikidata_id:
Q105985
Wikidata_label:
judiciary
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
14.9
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
16
Sprache Difficult Word Count
18
Dick Durbin
Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the text of the bill be printed in the Record.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0.226
Slightly Positive
Topics
Topic:
Human Interest > Award and Prize > Record
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.051
Code:
8006001
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/08006001
Wikidata_id:
Q1241356
Wikidata_label:
record
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Social Issue > People
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.051
Code:
14024000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/14024000
Wikidata_id:
Q1156970
Wikidata_label:
humanity
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Human Interest > People > Celebrity
Score:
98
Magnitude:
0.051
Code:
8003002
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/08003002
Wikidata_id:
Q211236
Wikidata_label:
celebrity
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
4.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
78.8
Gunning-Fog Score
5.8
Coleman-Liau Index
8.8
SMOG Index
7.3
Automated Readability Index
2.5
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6
Sprache Readability Score
2.3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
6
Sprache Difficult Word Count
8
Mike DeWine
Mr. President, today I am introducing a bill that would create a National Methamphetamine Information Clearinghouse (NMIC). This web-based source of information would promote sharing of "best practices" regarding law enforcement, treatment, environmental, social services, and other programs to combat the production, use, and effects of methamphetamine.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.45455
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.45455
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.8873
VADER
0.852
Very Positive
Topics
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Police
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.094
Code:
2003000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02003000
Wikidata_id:
Q35535
Wikidata_label:
police
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Social Issue > Social Issues (General) > Social Services
Score:
72
Magnitude:
0.067
Code:
14025004
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/14025004
Wikidata_id:
Q11588306
Wikidata_label:
social services
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
24.9
Gunning-Fog Score
13.9
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
9
Sprache Readability Score
4.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
25
Sprache Difficult Word Count
26
Mike DeWine
The purpose of the NMIC is to make a one-stop shop, where all the "best practices" in the fight against meth can be found -- information from law enforcement, treatment-based organizations, social services and environmental agencies. It will be a website providing information that agencies and organizations submit, describing what has worked in their local communities. The people who have had success with addressing meth and meth-related issues will be providing this information. Additionally, there will be information and links regarding available grants for establishing and maintaining anti-meth programs.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.66667
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.66667
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.29928
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.29928
VADER
0.802
Very Positive
Topics
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Police
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.132
Code:
2003000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02003000
Wikidata_id:
Q35535
Wikidata_label:
police
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Social Issue > Social Issues (General) > Social Services
Score:
78
Magnitude:
0.103
Code:
14025004
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/14025004
Wikidata_id:
Q11588306
Wikidata_label:
social services
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
30.8
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
41
Sprache Difficult Word Count
33
Mike DeWine
The NMIC will serve two distinct populations -- law enforcement and the broader community. The NMIC will contain a restricted access section where law enforcement will be able to post their successful strategies, training techniques, and conference notes so that other law enforcement will be able to get ideas and incorporate them in their own jurisdictions. The unrestricted portion of the website will include resources for other agencies and the public at large. For example, child protection agencies might post techniques on dealing with meth orphans, community health centers might post treatment options that provided them with some success, and environmental groups might post tips on cleaning up the toxic waste.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.8473
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.66329
VADER
0.477
Positive
Topics
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Police
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.339
Code:
2003000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02003000
Wikidata_id:
Q35535
Wikidata_label:
police
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
34.3
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
41
Sprache Difficult Word Count
41
Mike DeWine
So, a landlord or hotel owner whose property was used as a meth lab and who wants to be able to rent out the property again, or the mother who wants to figure out if her child is a meth addict -- and what to do if she is they would all be able to find useful information on the site.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.8473
VADER
0.44
Positive
Topics
Topic:
Economy, Business and Finance > Construction and Property
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.117
Code:
4004000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/04004000
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
36
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
5.6
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.3
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
9
Sprache Difficult Word Count
12
Mike DeWine
One of our challenges in the fight against meth is finding those who need assistance and connecting them with those who can help -- and that is exactly what this clearinghouse can do. Many people and organizations that have had some success in controlling meth are more than willing to share the techniques they found that work, if only they knew who needed the information. And, there are those who are just starting to attack the meth problem in their communities and need guidance as to how to make that start an effective one. The NMIC can help bring those groups of people together and enhance everyone's ability to fight the plague of meth.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.58779
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.27444
VADER
0.718
Very Positive
Topics
Topic:
Disaster and Accident > Relief and Aid Organization
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.073
Code:
3012000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/03012000
Wikidata_id:
Q11858035
Wikidata_label:
emergency response
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
58.4
Gunning-Fog Score
16.3
Coleman-Liau Index
11.5
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
26
Sprache Difficult Word Count
25
Mike DeWine
NMIC will be housed under the auspices of the Department of Justice and will be governed by an Advisory Council comprised of 10 members from a variety of agencies and organizations. It is this Council who will monitor the submissions to the Clearinghouse and make sure that the information found on the site is accurate, up-to-date, and useful.
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
0.823
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
41
Gunning-Fog Score
18
Coleman-Liau Index
11.6
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
Mike DeWine
The bill I am introducing today provides the basic outline of this idea, and over the next two months, I will be working closely with law enforcement and community groups to modify and improve the Clearinghouse before we move forward with this legislation next year. I look forward to that process and encourage all of my colleagues to join me in this effort to combat the meth problem.
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
0.511
Very Positive
Topics
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Police
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.143
Code:
2003000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02003000
Wikidata_id:
Q35535
Wikidata_label:
police
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
42.9
Gunning-Fog Score
18.3
Coleman-Liau Index
11.5
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
17
Sprache Difficult Word Count
21
Mike DeWine
I ask unanimous consent that the text of the bill be printed in the Record.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0.226
Slightly Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
6.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
73.2
Gunning-Fog Score
8.7
Coleman-Liau Index
7.7
SMOG Index
9
Automated Readability Index
4.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5
Sprache Readability Score
3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
4
Sprache Difficult Word Count
6
Barack Obama
Mr. President, today, I am introducing the Healthy Communities Act of 2005, and I am pleased to have the support of my good friend and colleague Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton.
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
0.925
Very Positive
Topics
Topic:
Politics > Election
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.17
Code:
11003000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/11003000
Wikidata_id:
Q40231
Wikidata_label:
public election
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Politics > Parliament
Score:
63
Magnitude:
0.106
Code:
11009000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/11009000
Wikidata_id:
Q35749
Wikidata_label:
parliament
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.7
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
59.1
Gunning-Fog Score
7.3
Coleman-Liau Index
11.3
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
7.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.5
Sprache Readability Score
3.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
11
Sprache Difficult Word Count
12
Barack Obama
Over the last few decades, our medical researchers and scientists have developed increasingly sophisticated and high tech methods to diagnose and treat disease. Yet, this approach has caused us to lose sight of the need for preventing diseases on the front-end, with greater investment in basic public health interventions that too often get short shrift.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.63599
VADER
0.718
Very Positive
Topics
Topic:
Health > Medical Research
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.974
Code:
7005000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/07005000
Wikidata_id:
Q2752427
Wikidata_label:
medical research
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
39.4
Gunning-Fog Score
18.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.3
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
21
Sprache Difficult Word Count
23
Barack Obama
Today, I would like to bring it back to the basics and talk about environmental quality. The air we breathe, the food we eat, the houses in which we live, and the parks in which our children play -- all of these factors contribute to our health. Environmental health, as defined by the World Health Organization, includes both the direct, damaging effects of chemicals, radiation, and some biological agents, and the effects on health and well-being of the broad physical, psychological, social, and aesthetic environment. The legislation that I have introduced draws attention to that aspect of the environment that is the physical environment -- the toxicants and pollutants that we may not notice, but are present in our everyday surroundings and taking a toll on our health.
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
0.077
Neutral
Topics
Topic:
Environmental Issue > Nature
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.384
Code:
6007000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/06007000
Wikidata_id:
Q7860
Wikidata_label:
nature
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Health
Score:
95
Magnitude:
0.365
Code:
7000000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/07000000
Wikidata_id:
Q12147
Wikidata_label:
health
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Environmental Issue > Environmental Pollution > Air Pollution
Score:
68
Magnitude:
0.261
Code:
6005001
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/06005001
Wikidata_id:
Q131123
Wikidata_label:
air pollution
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Environmental Issue
Score:
51
Magnitude:
0.197
Code:
6000000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/06000000
Wikidata_id:
Q43619
Wikidata_label:
natural environment
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
36.7
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.4
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
31
Sprache Difficult Word Count
34
Barack Obama
My home State of Illinois faces a number of environmental challenges, including high levels of lead poisoning. It is estimated that over 400,000 children in this country suffer from elevated blood lead levels. Chicago has the unfortunate distinction of ranking number 1 for children with elevated blood lead levels. 6,691 children have elevated blood lead levels, which is 50 percent higher than the number of children in the second ranked city of Philadelphia. Elevated blood levels are known to cause behavioral and learning problems, slowed growth, impaired hearing and damage to the kidneys, brain and bone marrow. Adults are not exempt from lead toxicity -- poisoned adults suffer pregnancy difficulties, high blood pressure, digestive problems, nerve disorders, memory and concentration problems, and muscle and joint pain. Lead poisoning is completely preventable, and although our agencies have made good progress, we can and must do more to address this issue.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.38566
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.07143
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.07143
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.13815
VADER
-0.977
Very Negative
Topics
Topic:
Social Issue > Family
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.379
Code:
14006000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/14006000
Wikidata_id:
Q8436
Wikidata_label:
family
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Health > Disease
Score:
87
Magnitude:
0.331
Code:
7001000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/07001000
Wikidata_id:
Q814207
Wikidata_label:
illness
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
41.8
Gunning-Fog Score
15
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
50
Sprache Difficult Word Count
53
Barack Obama
Obviously lead is only one of many toxicants and pollutants with which we must contend. Different areas of the U.S. face unique challenges -- States like California are grappling with the repercussions of air pollution, while Massachusetts and others in the Northeast are challenged with high levels of mercury in the water. As much as we know about these hazards, the effects of many chemicals are unknown.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.33647
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.16667
Leans Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.16667
Leans Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.31015
VADER
0.382
Somewhat Positive
Topics
Topic:
Environmental Issue > Environmental Pollution > Water Pollution
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.377
Code:
6005002
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/06005002
Wikidata_id:
Q183129
Wikidata_label:
water pollution
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Environmental Issue > Environmental Pollution > Air Pollution
Score:
83
Magnitude:
0.313
Code:
6005001
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/06005001
Wikidata_id:
Q131123
Wikidata_label:
air pollution
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Disaster and Accident > Pollution
Score:
60
Magnitude:
0.225
Code:
3009000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/03009000
Wikidata_id:
Q58734
Wikidata_label:
pollution
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Environmental Issue > Environmental Pollution
Score:
55
Magnitude:
0.207
Code:
6005000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/06005000
Wikidata_id:
Q58734
Wikidata_label:
pollution
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
51.8
Gunning-Fog Score
10.7
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
8.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.9
Sprache Readability Score
4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
18
Sprache Difficult Word Count
21
Barack Obama
Less than half of the chemicals produced in this country in quantities greater than 10,000 pounds have been tested for their potential human toxicity, with less than 10 percent studied to assess effects on development. This lack of knowledge has serious health repercussions -- in children, environmental toxins are estimated to cause up to 35 percent of asthma cases, up to 10 percent of cancer cases, and up to 20 percent of neurobehavioral disorders. Overall, an estimated 25 percent of preventable illnesses worldwide can be attributed to poor environmental quality. Diseases such as cancer, heart disease, asthma, birth defects, infertility, and obesity are all caused or exacerbated by toxicants or pollutants in the environment.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.95551
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.17647
Leans Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.17647
Leans Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.33647
VADER
-0.929
Very Negative
Topics
Topic:
Health > Disease
Score:
100
Magnitude:
1
Code:
7001000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/07001000
Wikidata_id:
Q814207
Wikidata_label:
illness
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
26.5
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
49
Sprache Difficult Word Count
43
Barack Obama
Minority Americans are significantly more likely to be affected than other Americans. Some studies have found that 3 of every 5 African- and Latino Americans live in communities with one or more toxic waste sites. Communities with existing incinerators, and those that are proposed for placement of new incinerators, have substantially higher numbers of minority residents. Minority Americans are already plagued with higher rates of death and disease, and fewer health resources in their neighborhoods. As we focus our efforts on environmental health, we must be cognizant that some groups are disproportionately affected by federal policies and decision-making, and deserve careful attention.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.4
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.4
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.80235
VADER
-0.821
Very Negative
Topics
Topic:
Social Issue > Minority Group
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.327
Code:
14010000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/14010000
Wikidata_id:
Q769696
Wikidata_label:
national minority
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Health > Healthcare Policy
Score:
57
Magnitude:
0.186
Code:
7013000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/07013000
Wikidata_id:
Q1519812
Wikidata_label:
health policy
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
20.8
Gunning-Fog Score
17.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
37
Sprache Difficult Word Count
35
Barack Obama
The Healthy Communities Act of 2005 addresses environmental health concerns in a comprehensive fashion, building upon many of the successful federal initiatives and filling in gaps in other critical areas. The bill establishes an independent advisory committee to provide recommendations across all relevant Federal agencies. It asks the CDC and the EPA to assess and report the environmental public health of the nation, and each State. The Health Action Zone Program will provide intense Federal attention and resources to clean up and address the health needs of the nation's most blighted communities. Environmental research is expanded, including biomonitoring and health tracking initiatives. Finally, the Act promotes environmental health workforce programs at the CDC and the NIH.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.75
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.75
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.81529
VADER
0.891
Very Positive
Topics
Topic:
Environmental Issue > Nature
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.327
Code:
6007000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/06007000
Wikidata_id:
Q7860
Wikidata_label:
nature
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Health
Score:
92
Magnitude:
0.302
Code:
7000000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/07000000
Wikidata_id:
Q12147
Wikidata_label:
health
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Environmental Issue
Score:
50
Magnitude:
0.165
Code:
6000000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/06000000
Wikidata_id:
Q43619
Wikidata_label:
natural environment
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
25.3
Gunning-Fog Score
16.7
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
50
Sprache Difficult Word Count
50
Barack Obama
The Healthy Communities Act of 2005 will increase national attention on the importance of the environment, and its relationship to good health. As we work to make our future stronger for our communities, let us look to our past. In the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) of 1969, Congress wrote that it is the continuing responsibility of the Federal Government to assure that all Americans live in "safe, healthful and aesthetically and culturally pleasing surroundings." Almost forty years later, our responsibility to the American people continues. I encourage all of my colleagues to join me and support passage of this bill.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
2.19722
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.90476
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.90476
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.61496
VADER
0.98
Very Positive
Topics
Topic:
Environmental Issue > Environmental Politics
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.301
Code:
6004000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/06004000
Wikidata_id:
Q5381346
Wikidata_label:
environmental politics
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Labor > Health and Safety at Work
Score:
77
Magnitude:
0.231
Code:
9013000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/09013000
Wikidata_id:
Q629029
Wikidata_label:
occupational health and safety
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Environmental Issue > Nature
Score:
76
Magnitude:
0.23
Code:
6007000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/06007000
Wikidata_id:
Q7860
Wikidata_label:
nature
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Politics > Government > National Government
Score:
53
Magnitude:
0.159
Code:
11006004
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/11006004
Wikidata_id:
Q1320217
Wikidata_label:
central government
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
38.1
Gunning-Fog Score
14
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
33
Sprache Difficult Word Count
33
Barack Obama
Mr. President, I rise today to introduce the Lead Free Toys Act of 2005, which directs the Consumer Product Safety Commission to intensify efforts to reduce lead exposure for children.
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
0.727
Very Positive
Topics
Topic:
Economy, Business and Finance > Consumer Goods > Toy
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.301
Code:
4007012
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/04007012
Wikidata_id:
Q11422
Wikidata_label:
toy
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
50.6
Gunning-Fog Score
10
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6
Sprache Readability Score
3.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
10
Sprache Difficult Word Count
14
Barack Obama
The unfortunate reality for many children -- particularly in low-income and minority households -- is the continued presence of high blood lead levels. Over 400,000 children in this country have elevated blood lead levels, with my own hometown of Chicago having the largest concentration of these children.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.8473
VADER
-0.459
Negative
Topics
Topic:
Social Issue > Family
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.193
Code:
14006000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/14006000
Wikidata_id:
Q8436
Wikidata_label:
family
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
31.8
Gunning-Fog Score
17.1
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.2
Sprache Readability Score
4.8
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
12
Sprache Difficult Word Count
16
Barack Obama
Lead is a highly toxic substance that can produce a range of health problems in young children, including IQ deficiencies, reading and learning disabilities, impaired hearing, reduced attention spans, hyperactivity, and damage to the kidneys, brain and bone marrow. Even low levels of blood lead in pregnant women, infants and children can lead to impaired cognitive abilities, fetal organ development and behavioral problems.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.61904
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.06667
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.06667
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.12516
VADER
-0.827
Very Negative
Topics
Topic:
Health
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.196
Code:
7000000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/07000000
Wikidata_id:
Q12147
Wikidata_label:
health
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Social Issue > Family
Score:
51
Magnitude:
0.1
Code:
14006000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/14006000
Wikidata_id:
Q8436
Wikidata_label:
family
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
20.4
Gunning-Fog Score
18.3
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
26
Sprache Difficult Word Count
32
Barack Obama
We know that lead poisoning is completely preventable. As the Nation has increased efforts to reduce environmental lead exposure, the number of children with high blood levels has steadily dropped. Restricting lead in gasoline and paint represent two major accomplishments in this regard. But much work remains to be done.
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
-0.612
Very Negative
Topics
Topic:
Environmental Issue > Nature
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.134
Code:
6007000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/06007000
Wikidata_id:
Q7860
Wikidata_label:
nature
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Economy, Business and Finance > Energy and Resource > Gasoline
Score:
64
Magnitude:
0.085
Code:
4005012
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/04005012
Wikidata_id:
Q39558
Wikidata_label:
gasoline
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Labor > Employment > Child Labor
Score:
62
Magnitude:
0.083
Code:
9003003
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/09003003
Wikidata_id:
Q192571
Wikidata_label:
child labour
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
50.3
Gunning-Fog Score
13.8
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.4
Sprache Readability Score
3.8
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
15
Sprache Difficult Word Count
20
Barack Obama
Earlier today I introduced the Healthy Communities Act of 2005, to strengthen Federal, State and local efforts to address environmental health issues in communities already affected by lead and other toxins. However, we need to take greater proactive steps to prevent contamination, and the Lead Free Toys Act of 2005 will help us do just that.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.66667
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.66667
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.29928
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.63636
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.63636
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.335
VADER
0.93
Very Positive
Topics
Topic:
Health
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.189
Code:
7000000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/07000000
Wikidata_id:
Q12147
Wikidata_label:
health
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Economy, Business and Finance > Consumer Goods > Toy
Score:
73
Magnitude:
0.138
Code:
4007012
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/04007012
Wikidata_id:
Q11422
Wikidata_label:
toy
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Environmental Issue > Nature
Score:
71
Magnitude:
0.135
Code:
6007000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/06007000
Wikidata_id:
Q7860
Wikidata_label:
nature
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Disaster and Accident > Pollution
Score:
66
Magnitude:
0.124
Code:
3009000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/03009000
Wikidata_id:
Q58734
Wikidata_label:
pollution
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
37.9
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
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
18
Sprache Difficult Word Count
21
Barack Obama
Disturbingly, lead is present in a number of toys and other frequently used objects by young children. According to research conducted by the National Center for Environmental Health, about half of tested lunch boxes have unsafe levels of lead. The highly popular Angela Anaconda lunch box was found to have 56,400 parts per million of lead, which is more than 90 times the 600 parts per million legal limit for lead in paint for children's products. Other lunch boxes showed levels of lead between two and twenty-five times the legal limit for lead paint in children's products. In most cases, the highest lead levels were found in the lining of lunch boxes, where lead could come into direct contact with food.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.42857
Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.42857
Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.8473
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.65217
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.65217
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.46634
VADER
0.265
Slightly Positive
Topics
Topic:
Economy, Business and Finance > Chemicals > Health and Beauty Product
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.608
Code:
4002003
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/04002003
Wikidata_id:
Q131207
Wikidata_label:
cosmetics
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
56.7
Gunning-Fog Score
11.8
Coleman-Liau Index
11.4
SMOG Index
11.7
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
28
Sprache Difficult Word Count
30
Barack Obama
This problem is not limited to lunchboxes. One study found that 60 percent of more than 400 pieces of costume jewelry purchased at major department stories contain dangerous amounts of lead. From September 2003 through July 2004, there were 3 recalls of nearly 150 million pieces of toy jewelry because of toxic levels of lead.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.58779
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.61904
VADER
-0.674
Very Negative
Topics
Topic:
Economy, Business and Finance > Consumer Goods > Toy
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.22
Code:
4007012
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/04007012
Wikidata_id:
Q11422
Wikidata_label:
toy
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Environmental Issue > Hazardous Materials
Score:
52
Magnitude:
0.114
Code:
6012000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/06012000
Wikidata_id:
Q757138
Wikidata_label:
hazardous substances
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
60.6
Gunning-Fog Score
13.2
Coleman-Liau Index
11.2
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.3
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.2
Sprache Readability Score
4.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
15
Sprache Difficult Word Count
19
Barack Obama
This past August the Centers for Disease Control updated their "Preventing Lead Poisoning in Young Children" statement calling for the elimination of all nonessential uses of lead in children's products. Specifically, the CDC urged a more systematic approach to identifying lead-contaminated items and prohibiting their sale before children are exposed, rather than usual recall efforts after exposure has occurred.
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
-0.637
Very Negative
Topics
Topic:
Health > Disease
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.188
Code:
7001000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/07001000
Wikidata_id:
Q814207
Wikidata_label:
illness
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Social Issue > Family
Score:
78
Magnitude:
0.146
Code:
14006000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/14006000
Wikidata_id:
Q8436
Wikidata_label:
family
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Economy, Business and Finance > Company Information > Recalls (Products)
Score:
51
Magnitude:
0.095
Code:
4016053
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/04016053
Wikidata_id:
Q359495
Wikidata_label:
product recall
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
14.2
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
26
Sprache Difficult Word Count
28
Barack Obama
The Consumer Product Safety Commission leads our national efforts to safeguard our children from potentially dangerous objects. However, the Commission has dragged its feet in aggressively addressing the problem of lead in toys. The Lead Free Toys Act, introduced by my colleague Congressman Henry Waxman earlier this year, requires the Consumer Product Safety Commission to prescribe regulations classifying any children's product containing lead as a banned hazardous substance under the Hazardous Substances Act. It defines "children's product containing lead" as any consumer product marketed or used by children under age 6 that contains more than trace amounts of lead as determined by the Commission and prescribed by regulations. The Act also requires the Commission to issue standards for reduction in lead in electronic devices.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.16667
Leans Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.16667
Leans Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.31015
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.74194
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.74194
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.81011
VADER
0.382
Somewhat Positive
Topics
Topic:
Economy, Business and Finance > Consumer Goods > Toy
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.308
Code:
4007012
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/04007012
Wikidata_id:
Q11422
Wikidata_label:
toy
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Economy, Business and Finance > Macro Economics > Consumer Issue
Score:
57
Magnitude:
0.174
Code:
4008002
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/04008002
Wikidata_id:
Q664183
Wikidata_label:
consumer protection
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
24.1
Gunning-Fog Score
16.7
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
54
Sprache Difficult Word Count
44
Barack Obama
It's a national disgrace that toys that could pose a serious and significant danger to children are readily available in our department stores and markets. The Lead Free Toys Act of 2005 will help us keep our children safe and healthy, and contribute to national efforts to reduce lead exposure. I ask each of my colleagues to help support this Act.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.58779
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.73333
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.73333
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.6864
VADER
0.872
Very Positive
Topics
Topic:
Economy, Business and Finance > Consumer Goods > Toy
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.245
Code:
4007012
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/04007012
Wikidata_id:
Q11422
Wikidata_label:
toy
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
60
Gunning-Fog Score
14.7
Coleman-Liau Index
11.2
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.2
Sprache Readability Score
4.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
16
Sprache Difficult Word Count
16
Pete Domenici
Mr. President, I rise today with my friend from North Dakota, Senator Dorgan, and my friend from Missouri, Senator Talent, to introduce a bill of critical importance to the security of our borders: the Border Modernization and Security Act of 2005.
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
0.922
Very Positive
Topics
Topic:
Politics > Parliament
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.215
Code:
11009000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/11009000
Wikidata_id:
Q35749
Wikidata_label:
parliament
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
41.6
Gunning-Fog Score
12.1
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.3
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.2
Sprache Readability Score
4.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
16
Sprache Difficult Word Count
15
Pete Domenici
Securing our borders is the first necessary step towards immigration reform, and I believe the legislation I am introducing makes an enormous leap in the right direction.
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
0.318
Somewhat Positive
Topics
Topic:
Social Issue > Demographics > Immigration
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.096
Code:
14003002
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/14003002
Wikidata_id:
Q131288
Wikidata_label:
immigration
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Laws
Score:
98
Magnitude:
0.094
Code:
2006000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02006000
Wikidata_id:
Q7748
Wikidata_label:
law
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Politics > Migration
Score:
98
Magnitude:
0.094
Code:
11017000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/11017000
Wikidata_id:
Q15064326
Wikidata_label:
immigration policy
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Justice and Rights
Score:
84
Magnitude:
0.081
Code:
2007000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02007000
Wikidata_id:
Q5167661
Wikidata_label:
justice
Source:
IPTC Subject
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
6
Sprache Readability Score
4.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
8
Sprache Difficult Word Count
8
Pete Domenici
Our bill builds upon legislation we introduced in the last Congress to improve our port of entry infrastructure as well as a lot of good ideas proposed by other Senators in this Congress, and adds some provisions that I think are important to a comprehensive border security and immigration reform effort.
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
0.902
Very Positive
Topics
Topic:
Social Issue > Demographics > Immigration
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.236
Code:
14003002
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/14003002
Wikidata_id:
Q131288
Wikidata_label:
immigration
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Politics > Migration
Score:
99
Magnitude:
0.233
Code:
11017000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/11017000
Wikidata_id:
Q15064326
Wikidata_label:
immigration policy
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Politics > Parliament
Score:
98
Magnitude:
0.23
Code:
11009000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/11009000
Wikidata_id:
Q35749
Wikidata_label:
parliament
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Laws
Score:
72
Magnitude:
0.171
Code:
2006000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02006000
Wikidata_id:
Q7748
Wikidata_label:
law
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
12.4
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
16
Sprache Difficult Word Count
17
Pete Domenici
The Border Modernization and Security Act increases the number of Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents each by 1000 for each of fiscal years 2007 through 2011. These personnel are necessary to improve our enforcement at ports of entry and within the United States, and increasing the number of these employees goes hand in hand with our recent efforts to increase the number of border patrol agents who are enforcing the law along our international borders. Along this same line, the bill allows the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to support its border and immigration forces with National Guard personnel and volunteer retired law enforcement officers, provides for an increase in the number of DHS alien and immigration investigative personnel, and increases the number of Deputy Marshals to investigate criminal immigration matters.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.66667
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.66667
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.29928
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.05882
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.05882
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.11123
VADER
0.966
Very Positive
Topics
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Police
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.536
Code:
2003000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02003000
Wikidata_id:
Q35535
Wikidata_label:
police
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Social Issue > Demographics > Immigration
Score:
65
Magnitude:
0.349
Code:
14003002
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/14003002
Wikidata_id:
Q131288
Wikidata_label:
immigration
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Politics > Foreign Aid
Score:
61
Magnitude:
0.327
Code:
11005000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/11005000
Wikidata_id:
Q2827815
Wikidata_label:
international aid
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Politics > Migration
Score:
52
Magnitude:
0.279
Code:
11017000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/11017000
Wikidata_id:
Q15064326
Wikidata_label:
immigration policy
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
8.3
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
57
Sprache Difficult Word Count
46
Pete Domenici
Increasing the number of DHS employees alone will not solve our border problems. Unauthorized aliens also cause a significant burden on our courts. For example, for the 12-month period ending September 30, 2004, 364 felony cases per judge were filed in the New Mexico District. It is apparent how burdensome this number is for my border State's court when you consider that the national average of felony cases filed per judge is 88. To help with these high caseload levels, our bill increases the number of DHS immigration attorneys, federal defenders, Office of Immigration Litigation attorneys, assistant US Attorneys, and immigration judges.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.77778
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.77778
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.7346
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.25
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.25
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.45199
VADER
-0.919
Very Negative
Topics
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Judiciary (System of Justice)
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.397
Code:
2002000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02002000
Wikidata_id:
Q105985
Wikidata_label:
judiciary
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Social Issue > Demographics > Immigration
Score:
54
Magnitude:
0.216
Code:
14003002
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/14003002
Wikidata_id:
Q131288
Wikidata_label:
immigration
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
41.4
Gunning-Fog Score
16.8
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
42
Sprache Difficult Word Count
37
Pete Domenici
Increased personnel is only one aspect of our effort to secure the border. Any border security effort must provide DHS personnel with necessary technologies and assets. To that end, our bill authorizes funds for the Department to acquire new technologies, construct roads, fences, and barriers, purchase air assets, vehicles, and other equipment, maintain temporary and permanent border checkpoints, and construct the appropriate facilities to support the increased number of DHS personnel being hired. Such assets are invaluable tools for our CBP and ICE employees, and we must make sure those men and women have what they need. We also provide for up to 15,000 new detention beds for unauthorized aliens in our bill.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.33647
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.75
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.75
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.75786
VADER
0.917
Very Positive
Topics
Topic:
Labor > Health and Safety at Work
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.129
Code:
9013000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/09013000
Wikidata_id:
Q629029
Wikidata_label:
occupational health and safety
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Labor > Employee
Score:
65
Magnitude:
0.084
Code:
9016000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/09016000
Wikidata_id:
Q703534
Wikidata_label:
employee
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Labor > Employment
Score:
65
Magnitude:
0.084
Code:
9003000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/09003000
Wikidata_id:
Q656365
Wikidata_label:
employment
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
38.2
Gunning-Fog Score
16.5
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
47
Sprache Difficult Word Count
38
Pete Domenici
Another area Congress must address is our land port of entry infrastructure. No American border has undergone a comprehensive infrastructure overhaul since 1986, when Senator Dennis DeConcini of Arizona and I put forth a $357 million effort to modernize the southwest border. A great deal has changed in the past nineteen years. More importantly, much has changed since September 11, 2001. Congress has passed legislation to improve security at airports and seaports, but we have not yet addressed the needs of our busiest ports, located on the United States' northern and southwestern land borders. The Border Modernization and Security Act would change that and would prevent terrorists from exploiting weaknesses at our land ports.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.2
Slightly Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.33647
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.55556
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.55556
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
-0.231
Slightly Negative
Topics
Topic:
Politics > Parliament
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.15
Code:
11009000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/11009000
Wikidata_id:
Q35749
Wikidata_label:
parliament
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Laws
Score:
52
Magnitude:
0.078
Code:
2006000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02006000
Wikidata_id:
Q7748
Wikidata_label:
law
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
46.6
Gunning-Fog Score
13.2
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
Pete Domenici
My bill requires the General Service Administration (GSA) to identify port of entry infrastructure and technology improvement projects that would enhance homeland security. The GSA would work with the Department of Homeland Security to prioritize and implement these projects based on needs along the border. The Secretary of Homeland Security would also have to prepare a Land Border Security Plan to assess the vulnerabilities at each port of entry located on the northern border or the southern border. This plan will require the cooperation of Federal, State and local entities involved at our borders to ensure that everyone who plays a role in border security is consulted about the plan.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.57143
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.57143
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.18958
VADER
0.943
Very Positive
Topics
Topic:
Labor > Health and Safety at Work
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.208
Code:
9013000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/09013000
Wikidata_id:
Q629029
Wikidata_label:
occupational health and safety
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
24.3
Gunning-Fog Score
16.5
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
46
Sprache Difficult Word Count
37
Pete Domenici
The Border Modernization and Security Act would also modernize homeland security along the United States' borders by implementing technology demonstration programs to test and evaluate new port of entry and border security technologies. Because equipment and technology alone will not solve the security problems on our border, these test sites will also house facilities to provide the necessary training to personnel who must implement and use these technologies under realistic conditions.
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
0.619
Very Positive
Topics
Topic:
Education > Teaching and Learning > Test/examination
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.211
Code:
5010004
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/05010004
Wikidata_id:
Q27318
Wikidata_label:
test
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Science and Technology > Technology (General)
Score:
96
Magnitude:
0.203
Code:
13010000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/13010000
Wikidata_id:
Q11016
Wikidata_label:
technology
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Science and Technology
Score:
50
Magnitude:
0.106
Code:
13000000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/13000000
Wikidata_id:
Q34104
Wikidata_label:
science and technology
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
0
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
9.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
35
Sprache Difficult Word Count
26
Pete Domenici
We must also improve the enforcement of existing immigration laws. Our bill authorizes funds for the Department of Homeland Security to expand its Expedited Removal Procedures so DHS can expeditiously return non-Mexican illegal aliens who have spent less than 14 days in the US and who are apprehended within 100 miles of the international border to the alien's country of origin. We also allow DHS to create an automated biometric entry and exit data system at our land ports of entry so we can more accurately keep track of who is entering and leaving the US.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.8473
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.64663
VADER
0.718
Very Positive
Topics
Topic:
Social Issue > Demographics > Illegal Immigrants
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.21
Code:
14003003
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/14003003
Wikidata_id:
Q2368859
Wikidata_label:
undocumented immigrant
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
28.4
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
11.9
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
38
Sprache Difficult Word Count
41
Pete Domenici
In order for the Department to more easily identify and remove unauthorized aliens who commit crimes under State law and are held in State and local prisons, we authorize the expansion of DHS' Institutional Removal Program. Because of the burden these aliens place on our State and local prisons, DHS will be responsible for reimbursing prisons that detain an alien after the alien has completed his prison sentence in order to effectuate the alien's transfer to federal custody.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.8
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.8
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.84583
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.65393
VADER
-0.369
Somewhat Negative
Topics
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Prison
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.295
Code:
2005000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02005000
Wikidata_id:
Q40357
Wikidata_label:
prison
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Judiciary (System of Justice)
Score:
60
Magnitude:
0.176
Code:
2002000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02002000
Wikidata_id:
Q105985
Wikidata_label:
judiciary
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Economy, Business and Finance > Business (General) > Institution
Score:
55
Magnitude:
0.163
Code:
4018001
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/04018001
Wikidata_id:
Q159810
Wikidata_label:
economy
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
14.3
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
29
Sprache Difficult Word Count
30
Pete Domenici
Along the same line, the Border Modernization and Security Act provides additional assistance to States that are impacted by unauthorized aliens who commit crimes. I know first hand the impact such aliens have on our State and local prisons from talking to prosecutors and judges in New Mexico, so our bill reauthorizes the State Criminal Alien Assistance Program to help our States with the costs of incarcerating these aliens. Additionally, the bill allows for the reimbursement of State and local costs of processing illegal aliens through the criminal justice system and creates a new grant program for State, local, and Indian tribe law enforcement agencies who incur costs related to border security activities.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-3.13549
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.15385
Leans Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.15385
Leans Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.29849
VADER
0.818
Very Positive
Topics
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Judiciary (System of Justice)
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.222
Code:
2002000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02002000
Wikidata_id:
Q105985
Wikidata_label:
judiciary
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Police
Score:
96
Magnitude:
0.213
Code:
2003000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02003000
Wikidata_id:
Q35535
Wikidata_label:
police
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Justice and Rights
Score:
56
Magnitude:
0.123
Code:
2007000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02007000
Wikidata_id:
Q5167661
Wikidata_label:
justice
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
18.9
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
46
Sprache Difficult Word Count
42
Pete Domenici
I believe that these measures are an important part of addressing this nation's homeland security needs, and I am pleased to introduce this bill today with Senators Dorgan and Talent.
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
0.836
Very Positive
Topics
Topic:
Politics > Parliament
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.065
Code:
11009000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/11009000
Wikidata_id:
Q35749
Wikidata_label:
parliament
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
35.4
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
11
Pete Domenici
I ask unanimous consent that the text of the bill be printed in the Record.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0.226
Slightly Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
6.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
73.2
Gunning-Fog Score
8.7
Coleman-Liau Index
7.7
SMOG Index
9
Automated Readability Index
4.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5
Sprache Readability Score
3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
4
Sprache Difficult Word Count
6
Byron Dorgan
Mr. President, I am pleased to join Senator Domenici in introducing the Border Security and Modernization Act of 2005.
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
0.758
Very Positive
Topics
Topic:
Politics > Parliament
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.107
Code:
11009000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/11009000
Wikidata_id:
Q35749
Wikidata_label:
parliament
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
36.9
Gunning-Fog Score
5.9
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
6.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8
Sprache Readability Score
2.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
9
Sprache Difficult Word Count
9
Byron Dorgan
Senator Domenici and I represent border States, but the bill we are introducing today is not one of merely regional importance. Border security is an issue that affects our country as a whole. We cannot have homeland security without strong and effective border security.
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
0.71
Very Positive
Topics
Topic:
Politics > Parliament
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.118
Code:
11009000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/11009000
Wikidata_id:
Q35749
Wikidata_label:
parliament
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
36.2
Gunning-Fog Score
14
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.8
Sprache Readability Score
3.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
17
Sprache Difficult Word Count
16
Byron Dorgan
The Administration has signaled that it wants to have a vigorous debate on border security and immigration issue early next year. Our bill does not attempt to change immigration law, but it squarely addresses the border security 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
0.586
Very Positive
Topics
Topic:
Social Issue > Demographics > Immigration
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.267
Code:
14003002
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/14003002
Wikidata_id:
Q131288
Wikidata_label:
immigration
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Politics > Migration
Score:
98
Magnitude:
0.261
Code:
11017000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/11017000
Wikidata_id:
Q15064326
Wikidata_label:
immigration policy
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
40.6
Gunning-Fog Score
12.9
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.8
Sprache Readability Score
4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
14
Sprache Difficult Word Count
13
Byron Dorgan
I began working on border security long before the attacks of September 11, 2001. The Northern border is over 4,000 miles long. In the past, almost all of our resources in this country were targeted at the Southern border. It used to be that we had ports of entry at the Northern border where, at night, the only barrier was an orange rubber cone in the middle of the road. The polite people crossing at night actually stopped and removed the cone before they came across the border. Those who were not so polite would run over it at 60 miles an hour.
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
Topics
Topic:
Disaster and Accident > Transport Accident > Road Accident
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.22
Code:
3010001
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/03010001
Wikidata_id:
Q9687
Wikidata_label:
traffic collision
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
7.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
73.7
Gunning-Fog Score
8.9
Coleman-Liau Index
8.3
SMOG Index
9
Automated Readability Index
6.5
Dale-Chall Readability Score
3.3
Sprache Readability Score
4.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
16
Sprache Difficult Word Count
21
Byron Dorgan
In 2001, before the September 11 attacks, I proposed something called the Northern Border Initiative. That bill added hundreds of Customs officers to the Northern border, and it became law. I also worked to replace the orange cones with hardened gates. But we clearly have to do much more.
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
-0.052
Neutral
Topics
Topic:
Economy, Business and Finance > Macro Economics > Tariff
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.065
Code:
4008035
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/04008035
Wikidata_id:
Q52389
Wikidata_label:
tariff
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Social Issue > People
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.065
Code:
14024000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/14024000
Wikidata_id:
Q1156970
Wikidata_label:
humanity
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Justice and Rights
Score:
99
Magnitude:
0.064
Code:
2007000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02007000
Wikidata_id:
Q5167661
Wikidata_label:
justice
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Judiciary (System of Justice)
Score:
89
Magnitude:
0.058
Code:
2002000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02002000
Wikidata_id:
Q105985
Wikidata_label:
judiciary
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Politics
Score:
83
Magnitude:
0.055
Code:
11000000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/11000000
Wikidata_id:
Q7163
Wikidata_label:
politics
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Unrest, Conflicts and War > Act of Terror
Score:
80
Magnitude:
0.052
Code:
16001000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/16001000
Wikidata_id:
Q2223653
Wikidata_label:
terrorist attack
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
6.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
68.4
Gunning-Fog Score
7.3
Coleman-Liau Index
11.6
SMOG Index
9.7
Automated Readability Index
6.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.5
Sprache Readability Score
3.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
12
Sprache Difficult Word Count
17
Byron Dorgan
The legislation we are introducing today, which Senator Domenici has described in detail, would devote significant new resources to our border security. Among other things, this legislation would authorize the hiring of an additional 1,000 Customs and Border Protection inspectors and Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers a year for the next five years. It would authorize the Department of Homeland Security to work with States to use National Guard and a volunteer force of retired law enforcement officers as resources to help monitor the borders. And it would have the Federal Government reimburse State governments for the cost of detaining undocumented aliens while decisions are made regarding possible deportation.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.19722
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.26316
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.26316
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.51083
VADER
0.866
Very Positive
Topics
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Police
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.544
Code:
2003000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02003000
Wikidata_id:
Q35535
Wikidata_label:
police
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
21.3
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.4
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
42
Sprache Difficult Word Count
41
Byron Dorgan
This bipartisan proposal is not about immigration. It's about border security. We need to do a better job of securing our borders, and we need to do so on an urgent basis. We hope our colleagues will join us, on a bipartisan basis, in supporting this legislation.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.95551
VADER
0.94
Very Positive
Topics
Topic:
Social Issue > Demographics > Immigration
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.097
Code:
14003002
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/14003002
Wikidata_id:
Q131288
Wikidata_label:
immigration
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Politics > Migration
Score:
98
Magnitude:
0.095
Code:
11017000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/11017000
Wikidata_id:
Q15064326
Wikidata_label:
immigration policy
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Laws
Score:
57
Magnitude:
0.055
Code:
2006000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02006000
Wikidata_id:
Q7748
Wikidata_label:
law
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.6
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
54.5
Gunning-Fog Score
12.4
Coleman-Liau Index
10.4
SMOG Index
11.8
Automated Readability Index
5.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.6
Sprache Readability Score
3.1
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
15
Sprache Difficult Word Count
12
Daniel K. Akaka
Mr. President, I rise today to introduce legislation with my senior colleague from Hawaii, Senator Dan Inouye, to provide certain Federal public benefits for citizens of the Freely Associated State, FAS, who are residing in the United States. The bill would provide eligibility for nonemergency Medicaid, Food Stamps, Temporary Assistance to Needy Families, TANF, and Supplemental Security Income, SSI, to FAS citizens residing in the United States.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.75
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.75
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.60944
VADER
0.904
Very Positive
Topics
Topic:
Health > Healthcare Policy
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.061
Code:
7013000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/07013000
Wikidata_id:
Q1519812
Wikidata_label:
health policy
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
16.2
Gunning-Fog Score
14.9
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
32
Sprache Difficult Word Count
35
Daniel K. Akaka
Citizens from the FAS are from the Republic of the Marshall Islands, RMI, Federated States of Micronesia, FSM, and the Republic of Palau, which are jurisdictions that have a unique political relationship with the United States. The Compact of Free Association established these nations as sovereign states responsible for their own foreign policies. However, the FAS remain dependent upon the United States for military protection and economic assistance.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
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
0.881
Very Positive
Topics
Topic:
Economy, Business and Finance > Economy (General) > Economic Policy
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.091
Code:
4017001
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/04017001
Wikidata_id:
Q582577
Wikidata_label:
economic policy
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Politics > Politics (General)
Score:
75
Magnitude:
0.069
Code:
11024000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/11024000
Wikidata_id:
Q11827330
Wikidata_label:
political process
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Politics > Politics (General) > Political Systems
Score:
70
Magnitude:
0.064
Code:
11024001
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/11024001
Wikidata_id:
Q28108
Wikidata_label:
political system
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Politics > Defense
Score:
57
Magnitude:
0.052
Code:
11001000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/11001000
Wikidata_id:
Q17991228
Wikidata_label:
national defence
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
22.1
Gunning-Fog Score
17.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
29
Sprache Difficult Word Count
32
Daniel K. Akaka
Under the compact, the United States has the right to reject the strategic use of, or military access to, the FAS by other countries, which is often referred to as the "right of strategic denial." In addition, the U.S. may block FAS government policies that it deems inconsistent with its duty to defend the FAS, which is referred to as the "defense veto." The compact also states that the United States has exclusive military base rights in the FAS.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.71429
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.71429
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.46634
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.16667
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.16667
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.31015
VADER
0.25
Slightly Positive
Topics
Topic:
Economy, Business and Finance > Economy (General) > Economic Policy
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.06
Code:
4017001
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/04017001
Wikidata_id:
Q582577
Wikidata_label:
economic policy
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Crime, Law and Justice > Justice and Rights
Score:
85
Magnitude:
0.051
Code:
2007000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/02007000
Wikidata_id:
Q5167661
Wikidata_label:
justice
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
60.5
Gunning-Fog Score
11.9
Coleman-Liau Index
10.5
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
7.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.3
Sprache Readability Score
4.3
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
23
Sprache Difficult Word Count
21
Daniel K. Akaka
In exchange for these prerogatives, the United States is required to support the FAS economically, with the goal of producing self- sufficiency, and FAS citizens are allowed free entry into the United States as nonimmigrants for the purposes of education, medical treatment, and employment. Many FAS citizens reside in the State of Hawaii. Since 1997, when Hawaii began reporting its impact costs, the State has identified more than $140 million in costs associated with FAS citizens. In 2002, the State of Hawaii expended more than $32 million in assistance to FAS citizens. P.L. 108-188, the Compact of Free Association Amendments Act of 2003, provides $30 million in annual funding for compact impact assistance to be shared between the State of Hawaii, Guam, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, CNMI, and American Samoa. While this funding is a positive step forward, it does not begin to reimburse the affected jurisdictions for the costs associated with FAS citizens.
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)
1.48808
VADER
0.96
Very Positive
Topics
Topic:
Health > Healthcare Policy
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.109
Code:
7013000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/07013000
Wikidata_id:
Q1519812
Wikidata_label:
health policy
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
39.8
Gunning-Fog Score
15.2
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.4
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
55
Sprache Difficult Word Count
52
Daniel K. Akaka
This legislation would provide assistance to states and territories that shoulder the majority of the costs associated with the compact. The Federal Government must provide appropriate resources to help States meet the needs of the FAS citizens -- an obligation based on a Federal commitment. It is unconscionable for a State or territory to shoulder the entire financial burden of providing necessary educational, medical, and social services to individuals who are residing in that State or territory when the obligation is that of the Federal Government. For that reason, we are seeking to provide reimbursement of these costs. It is time for the Federal Government to take up some of the financial responsibility that until now has been carried by the State of Hawaii, CNMI, Guam, and American Samoa by restoring public benefits to FAS citizens.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.65217
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.65217
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.46634
VADER
0.735
Very Positive
Topics
Topic:
Social Issue > Welfare
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.184
Code:
14015000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/14015000
Wikidata_id:
Q12002092
Wikidata_label:
welfare
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Economy, Business and Finance > Financial and Business Service > Banking
Score:
98
Magnitude:
0.181
Code:
4006002
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/04006002
Wikidata_id:
Q806718
Wikidata_label:
banking industry
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Economy, Business and Finance > Financial and Business Service
Score:
92
Magnitude:
0.169
Code:
4006000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/04006000
Wikidata_id:
Q837171
Wikidata_label:
financial services
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Politics > Interior Policy > Pension and Welfare
Score:
73
Magnitude:
0.135
Code:
11016003
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/11016003
Wikidata_id:
Q828395
Wikidata_label:
social policy
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Politics > Government
Score:
63
Magnitude:
0.117
Code:
11006000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/11006000
Wikidata_id:
Q7188
Wikidata_label:
government
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
23.4
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
46
Sprache Difficult Word Count
44
Daniel K. Akaka
This bill would restore eligibility of FAS citizens for nonemergency Medicaid. FAS citizens lost many of their public benefits as a result of the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity, PRWORA, Act of 1996, including Medicaid coverage. FAS citizens were previously eligible for Medicaid as aliens permanently residing under color of law in the United States.
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
0.796
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
14.4
Gunning-Fog Score
16.8
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.5
Sprache Readability Score
4.8
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
23
Sprache Difficult Word Count
24
Daniel K. Akaka
After the enactment of welfare reform, the State of Hawaii could no longer claim Federal matching funds for services rendered to FAS citizens. Yet the State of Hawaii, Guam, American Samoa, and the CNMI have continued to meet the health care needs of FAS citizens. The State of Hawaii has used its resources to provide Medicaid services to FAS citizens.
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
0.25
Slightly Positive
Topics
Topic:
Health > Government Health Care
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.12
Code:
7011000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/07011000
Wikidata_id:
Q1519138
Wikidata_label:
national health insurance
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
42.7
Gunning-Fog Score
13.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.1
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
23
Sprache Difficult Word Count
24
Daniel K. Akaka
In 2003 alone, the State spent approximately $9.77 million to provide Medicaid services without receiving any federal matching funds. This represents a dramatic increase from $6.75 million in State fiscal year 2002. Furthermore, the trend in the need for health care services among FAS citizens continues to rise. During fiscal year 2004, the number of individuals served in the State of Hawaii's Medicaid program grew from 3,291 to 4,818 people based on the average monthly enrollment. This is an increase of 46 percent.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.11111
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.11111
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.20067
VADER
0.727
Very Positive
Topics
Topic:
Health > Government Health Care
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.263
Code:
7011000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/07011000
Wikidata_id:
Q1519138
Wikidata_label:
national health insurance
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
57.2
Gunning-Fog Score
13.9
Coleman-Liau Index
11.6
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
27
Sprache Difficult Word Count
30
Daniel K. Akaka
This bill would also provide eligibility for FAS citizens residing in the United States to participate in the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families and Supplemental Security Income programs. According to Hawaii's attorney general, financial assistance in the form of the Temporary Assistance to Other Needy Families, TAONF, Program, a State program, provided $5.1 million to FAS citizens in State fiscal year 2003. This continues an upward trend from $4.5 million in State fiscal year 2002. This total includes funds that go to the General Assistance Program, which supports individuals and couples with little or no income and who have a temporary, incapacitating medical condition; the aged, blind, and disabled program for FAS citizens with little or no income who are not eligible for federally-funded Supplemental Security Income; and the State's TAONF Program that assists other needy families who are not eligible for federal-funding under the Temporary Assistance to Needy Families program. The financial assistance that the State of Hawaii provides to FAS citizens in the form of TAONF is a great support to those families attempting to achieve economic stability, but it has a significant financial impact on the State's budget.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0.8473
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.6129
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.6129
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.36688
VADER
0.473
Positive
Topics
Topic:
Politics > State Budget and Tax
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.965
Code:
11013000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/11013000
Wikidata_id:
Q271855
Wikidata_label:
government budget
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
11.2
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
77
Sprache Difficult Word Count
55
Daniel K. Akaka
The bill would also provide eligibility for the Food Stamp Program. Mr. President, the Food Stamp Program serves as the first line of defense against hunger. It is the cornerstone of the Federal food assistance program and provides crucial support to needy households and those making the transition from welfare to work. We have partially addressed the complicated issue of alien eligibility for public benefits such as food stamps, but again, I must say it is just partial. Not only should all legal immigrants receive these benefits, but so should citizens of the FAS. Exclusion of FAS citizens from Federal, State, or local public benefits or programs is an unintended and misguided consequence of the welfare reform law. We allow certain legal immigrants eligibility in the program. Yet FAS citizens, who are not considered immigrants but who are required to up for the Selective Service if they are residing in the United States are ineligible to receiving food stamps. This bill corrects this inequity.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.33333
Somewhat Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.63599
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.36
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.36
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.72213
VADER
0.942
Very Positive
Topics
Topic:
Social Issue > Demographics > Immigration
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.124
Code:
14003002
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/14003002
Wikidata_id:
Q131288
Wikidata_label:
immigration
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Politics > Migration
Score:
96
Magnitude:
0.119
Code:
11017000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/11017000
Wikidata_id:
Q15064326
Wikidata_label:
immigration policy
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Labor > Labor Legislation
Score:
68
Magnitude:
0.084
Code:
9005000
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/09005000
Wikidata_id:
Q7498399
Wikidata_label:
Category:Labour law
Source:
IPTC Subject
Topic:
Economy, Business and Finance > Financial and Business Service > Legal Service
Score:
66
Magnitude:
0.082
Code:
4006007
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/04006007
Wikidata_id:
Q1494322
Wikidata_label:
legal services
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
46.3
Gunning-Fog Score
13.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.1
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
55
Sprache Difficult Word Count
52
Daniel K. Akaka
Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the text of the bill be printed in the Record. I also ask unanimous consent that a letter of support I received last week from Director Lillian Koller of the State of Hawaii, Department of Human Services be printed in the Record.
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
0.671
Very Positive
Topics
Topic:
Human Interest > Award and Prize > Record
Score:
100
Magnitude:
0.065
Code:
8006001
Url:
https://cv.iptc.org/newscodes/subjectcode/08006001
Wikidata_id:
Q1241356
Wikidata_label:
record
Source:
IPTC Subject
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
53.9
Gunning-Fog Score
8.2
Coleman-Liau Index
10.6
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
7.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.3
Sprache Readability Score
4.1
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
17
Sprache Difficult Word Count
18
Daniel K. Akaka
I look forward to working with my colleagues to enact this measure which is of critical importance to my State of Hawaii, which has borne the costs of these benefits for FAS citizens living in Hawaii for the past 19 years.
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
0.422
Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
39.4
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
9.8
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
15