Political Quotes

“Mr. Chair, I have heard a lot from Republicans about how the INVEST Act will expand access to capital and increase investor opportunity. The inclusion of three poison pills in this bill shows they are not serious about protecting the investors. They care more about funneling their money to Wall Street. If the Republicans are serious about increasing investment in small business and expanding opportunities for investors to participate in new markets, we could have passed a clean bill with nearly unanimous support. Instead, the Republicans, unable to say ``no'' to Wall Street, have jammed in three bills that hurt workers and those saving for a dignified retirement. Don't just take my word for it. These provisions are opposed by the actual people who would be harmed. Again, these are teachers, nurses, seniors, and others. The bill is opposed by the AFL-CIO; the American Federation of Teachers; the Americans for Financial Reform; Public Citizen; Service Employees International Union; Communications Workers of America Union; American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees; National Education Association; National Nurses United; and the United Auto Workers. These unions represent over 20 million Americans. Other organizations are fighting for the interests of everyday Americans, and so should everyone in this Chamber.”