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“We're not trying to harass the average American. We need to convert this now to a risk-based system, with TSA concentrating and focusing on intelligence, on security, setting up again the parameters of which we do this.”

Quote by John Mica

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John Mica is an experienced American politician born on January 27, 1943. He served as a U.S. Representative representing Florida's 8th Congressional District. Mica was active in the House of Representatives on issues related to transportation and infrastructure, serving as the Chairman of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. more

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