I rise to support the substitute that is now pending offered by Senator Daschle, Senator Breaux, Senator Mikulski and many others. I am privileged to be a cosponsor of the so-called Work First plan, which really represents a genuine attempt at welfare reform. This is a real test for this Chamber, for the body politic, as to whether we can do what is right and what is reasonable on the question of welfare.
Discussing welfare reform and supporting the Work First plan during Senate floor debate.
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