Ronald Dellums: “I would assert here, very straightforward and very aggressively, that…”

On the recordMay 20, 1997

I would assert here, very straightforward and very aggressively, that how a Nation chooses to spend its money is a profound statement about a Nation's principles, its values and its priorities. And in that regard I am extremely proud to raise my voice in support of the budget offered by the Congressional Black Caucus. It is a budget that accepted the daunting responsibility of balancing the budget. It did so in 4 years, 1 year earlier than is required by the Congress, which is to achieve a balanced budget in 5 years.

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Ronald Dellums

Democratic · California

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Discussing the importance of the national budget and supporting the Congressional Black Caucus budget.

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