It says I've done more about it than anybody in recent history.

This legislation will provide critical assistance to the unemployed and their families by extending the Emergency Unemployment Compensation program.

No working group of the Government before they have a proposal—that would be like opening the White House at every staff meeting we have.

I think you should wait until the—I think, first of all, the American people should be very proud of the work done by the law enforcement authorities.

I'm deeply honored.

I have determined that the damage in certain areas of the State of Washington... is of sufficient severity and magnitude to warrant a major disaster declaration under the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act.

We are recognizing the fact that more and more Americans who lose their jobs now don't expect to go back to those old jobs.

I have declared a major disaster under the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act for the State of Washington due to damage resulting from severe storms and high winds.

H.R. 920 combines compassion with a healthy dose of common sense.

I believe that, as a Nation, we have a moral obligation, as well as an economic interest, to help these families stay afloat while they attempt to find jobs.

I commend the Congress for its swift action to ensure that there will be continued help for millions of jobless Americans who want to work to support their families but cannot find jobs.

It is time now to get on to the important work of stimulating our economy and putting the American people back to work.

but Russ Canan stood out because of his broad support within the District of Columbia legal community,

Enactment of this bill is an important first step.

I was impressed with all of the candidates,

I think that people should be very reassured by the incredibly rapid work done by the law enforcement officials involved.

I, therefore, declare that such a major disaster exists in the State of Washington.

I don't think you should assume anything until you hear the statement today.