Representative Paul Hodes (D-N.H.) explains why he feels that the Clean Law for Earmark Accountability Reform Act is so important for Congress. He believes that it will help to restore Americans trust in their elected officials. (0:45)
Congressman Paul Hodes (D-NH) speaks to both Jay Goodman Tamboli and Ellen Ratner after the State of the Union Address. Hodes says the speech [by President Obama] was “bold, courageous, honest, and uplifting.” Hodes says Obama “is a visionary leader” and gets to the core of things, making it possible for people to understand the challenges we face. Hodes says he feels that the plan is a “comprehensive approach.” One thing is clear, Hodes says, his [Obama's] commitment to “making schools work” and the commitment to a good education system is without question. Hodes also said “hello!” to radio host George Russell and everyone listening in New Hampshire, and thanks the people of New Hampshire for electing a leader like Barack Obama. (3:25)
The Committee on the Judiciary’s Subcommittee on Commercial and Administrative Law and the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security held a second hearing to address “Allegations of Selective Prosecution” and “The Erosion of Public Confidence in Our Federal Justice System.”
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