Former Sen. Alan Simpson (R-Wyo.) responded to George Will's column on the recent Fair Elections Now Act hearing, arguing that Republicans should support the legislation.

"Yes, Durbin’s bill has won more support from Democrats than Republicans in Congress in recent years, and frankly that makes me sad. The Republican Party I represented proudly for 18 years did not shy away from taking on special-interest money when it conflicted with constituents’ needs. And Tea Party adherents express a healthy indignation at what they and millions of others perceive is a government captured by and beholden to wealthy interests."

Public Campaign also responded to Will's column last week, which can be seen here.