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On the recordOctober 26, 2011
Thank you very much. Today, I'm delivering what is known as #ourspeech--a speech composed of words solely from my followers and friends on Facebook who posted their thoughts about the economy and jobs online. This is a part of my effort to bring Americans closer to Congress. To the people that sit on Capitol Hill: As Members of Congress in the greatest country in the world, you are very well aware of the concerns expressed by the American constituency--jobs, stable economic environment, education, crime, war, et cetera. You are not Republicans. You are not Democrats. You are not an independent. You do not belong to any faction. Stop worrying about party and do something for the people. Pass the jobs bill. Pass the American Jobs Act. We all need to work. A child with no food doesn't care about your power struggle with those who are across the aisle. You must represent the most downtrodden people in your district, not the most successful business nor any special interest. Big money donations from corporations and the financial industry have purchased our democracy. America elected the House, not corporations. It is time they represent us. You have an obligation as a public servant to ensure that the underprivileged of our society will be protected. Don't forget the poor, a group that continues to grow while the rich get richer. We have to trust you to make the right decisions for us. Support and pass the American Jobs Act.…
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Maxine Waters
Democratic · California
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Oct 26, 2011

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