Jamie Raskin Corrects Rep. Dan Bishop's Historical Error on House Floor

Raskin clarifies that Thomas Jefferson did not sign the Constitution during debate on D.C. sentencing bill.

Rep. Jamie Raskin corrected Rep. Dan Bishop's claim that Thomas Jefferson signed the Constitution.
Raskin emphasized Jefferson's role in writing the Declaration of Independence, not the Constitution.
The correction occurred during a debate on a bill affecting Washington, D.C.'s criminal sentencing laws.
Raskin highlighted the importance of accurate historical knowledge, particularly for public officials.
The House passed the bill following the debate.