Edolphus Towns: “This congress must do everything in its power to promote and create jobs, free and fair trade is one way to accomplish…”

I come to the floor today to recognize Reverend Jacob N. Underwood, the founder of the Grace Baptist Church in east New York's section of Brooklyn. He is a very unusual person and has done some great things. For instance, when the people…

Let me just say, too, that you're right, this is probably my final bill, and it has been great serving here in this Congress for 30 years. You've taught me a lot, too, and let me just tell you the latest thing that you taught me. We were…

I strongly support the Kline-Foxx-McCarthy-Hastings amendment, which would prohibit the use of funds by the Department of Education for the implementation of the Gainful Employment Act. I am concerned that if this rule is implemented, it…

This bill is the fruit of an inclusive and comprehensive process. I strongly support this bipartisan, good government bill, and I urge all of my colleagues to vote ``aye.''