"Back in the mid-1980s, congressional hearings were held after we brought this litigation, and held up the first experiment. At that time, I went in front of Congress, along with the major agencies involved with this"
- Jeremy Rifkin
About this Quote
This quote is referring to a legal fight that Jeremy Rifkin was involved in during the mid-1980s. The lawsuits was associated with an experiment that was being held up due to the legal procedures. As a result, congressional hearings were held to talk about the issue. Rifkin was one of individuals who entered front of Congress to represent the major agencies involved in the experiment. This quote highlights the importance of the legal battle and the effect it had on the experiment. It likewise reveals the importance of Rifkin's role in the procedures, as he was one of individuals who went in front of Congress to represent the major agencies. This quote is a testament to the power of legal procedures and the impact they can have on experiments and other projects.
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