It's a non-binding resolution. Do you know what that means?
No, could you tell me, 'cause I've really started to take an interest in government lately.
Do you know how much force and effect it has?
Jordan...
None. No force and effect. The following is a sampling of non-binding joint resolutions from the 106th Congress.
I have a meeting.
A resolution in support of Ohio's state motto. A resolution fostering friendship and cooperation with the people of Mongolia.
I have a meeting.
A resolution recognizing the contributions of Bristol, Tennessee, to the development of country music.
I'm sorry, I have a budget meeting.
A resolution in support of Little League baseball.
Jordan...
A resolution recogniz...
This isn't that! This is five hundred and thirty-five Congressmen and Senators standing up and saying the President lied and should be ashamed of himself. And this is us, standing up and saying 'You're right.' This would be the first time in history a President has been censured. Congress isn't talk radio – it's the seat of democracy. Their opinion matters, and their condemnation doesn't have to come with handcuffs to be devastating to this President. That is the force and effect. And it's not gonna happen 'cause of me.
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