This comprehensive legislation represents both compromise and cooperation between the administration, the Senate, and the House.
Yes, I am surprised, and anyone is a cynic who doesn't think that I am.
Well, believe it or not, I am speechless.
Few others could have brought such divergent forces together as Secretary Pierce, and he deserves our appreciation and applause.
But on balance, this is a sound compromise.
I couldn't have imagined this in my wildest times.
This legislation puts the private market to work in supplying rental housing by enabling the government to help needy families with vouchers...
But, yes, it was a surprise, but I don't know of a happier surprise—all of you here, so many of you so dear to both of us.
We know flexible housing vouchers serve needy families better at substantially less taxpayer cost.
But thank you all very much for all that you've done.
God has truly blessed this country, but we never should fall into the trap that would detract from the universality of God's gift.