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What on earth is the Jones Act? Is it Tom Jones singing "Whats New Pussycat?" No. Is it Julio Jones making spectacular catches for the Atlanta Falcons? Not even close. The Jones Act is a 100 year old maritime law designed to protect America in a variety of ways. Some are now lobbying Congress to get rid of it, claiming it is outdated and unnecessary. Former Congressman Ernest Istook joins Tim and sorts out fact from fiction.
By Tim ConstantineWhat on earth is the Jones Act? Is it Tom Jones singing "Whats New Pussycat?" No. Is it Julio Jones making spectacular catches for the Atlanta Falcons? Not even close. The Jones Act is a 100 year old maritime law designed to protect America in a variety of ways. Some are now lobbying Congress to get rid of it, claiming it is outdated and unnecessary. Former Congressman Ernest Istook joins Tim and sorts out fact from fiction.