Political Quotes

“Mr. Speaker, I thank the gentlewoman from Ohio. She mentioned Mr. Cartwright who I think epitomizes the concern that exists in this body, in the Congress, for people who go back home every week and meet with their constituents. The constituents of Pennsylvania are fortunate that they have someone who understands their needs and understands the neglect that Congress has shown in not addressing the number one anti-poverty program for elderly and for children in this country. As difficult as times are now, we need to make sure that minimally we have a vote. I do not understand the reluctance on the other side to bring forward legislation and actually vote on it. If you have got a better idea, Mr. Speaker, or even if you object to the plan, please tell us what it is that you object to, and what it is about Social Security and making sure that nobody works all their lives and pays into a system and then retires into poverty. Matt Cartwright understands that. He understands his district in Pennsylvania and the importance of getting this legislation done. Mr. Speaker, I yield to the gentleman from Pennsylvania (Mr. Cartwright).”