But I compliment you for your candor because what we are trying to do is to craft a welfare bill that will empower the poor and get them out of the cycle of poverty. Would you support a bill that requires work after 2 years, 2 years and you have got to accept a job that is given to you or your benefits are cut off?
Discussing welfare reform and work requirements during a debate.
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