Cliff Stearns: “the economy continues to grow as a direct result of the President's economic policies and those of the Republican…”

“the economy continues to grow as a direct result of the President's economic policies and those of the Republican Congress. Here are a few facts to illustrate this. In January, we saw 146,000 new jobs and witnessed the twentieth consecutive month of job gains in the United States. The national unemployment rate is down to 5.2 percent, the lowest since September 2001. Job creation was up in 48 of the 50 States last year, and unemployment was down in all regions of the country. Mr. Speaker, opposing tax increases and endorsing pro-growth policies has led to job creation. We are increasing consumer confidence and ensuring that the American working families no longer bear the burdens that impede economic growth. We will continue here in Congress the hard work so that this progress continues.”