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by mistrial9 1121 days ago
I think you misunderstand the display put on by most senior members. They have staff that can get details. However, playing dumb or obstinate is a negotiating tactic. The authority hierarchy at play is more important that the details of the tech, viewed a certain way. Let's be blunt, more than half of all representatives in both parties work on behalf of local, state, Federal and international security.
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And many of them - on behalf of foreign nations.