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Eric Swalwell: That is right. We were sent here to do our job, to be problem solvers and really be voices, I think, for all generations…

On the recordOctober 7, 2015
That is right. We were sent here to do our job, to be problem solvers and really be voices, I think, for all generations of Americans, but especially this generation which is the largest generation America has ever known. It is the most diverse generation America has ever known, and I think it is one of the most aspirational generations America has ever known. They are waiting for anybody in this body to help them get out of this financial quicksand and start being able to be empowered and really realize their own American Dream. So I thank the gentlemen for participating today. I thank our pioneers from the 30-Somethings and invite them to come back for a 10- year reunion. Mr. Speaker, I yield back the balance of my time. ____________________
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Eric Swalwell
Democratic · California
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Oct 7, 2015

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