“This war has killed 18 US service members, cost billions of taxpayer dollars, and displaced millions of civilians.”
“I’m pleased that my efforts will provide relief to the millions of Americans who’ve been squeezed by the surge in gas prices.”
“If the President wants to fix the problems at the pump, he should end this illegal war with Iran”
“The point is that tariffs contributed to inflation.”
“These disparities are not just statistics; they represent lives lost, families impacted, and communities left behind.”
“Prices are higher than when the president came into office, and tariffs made it worse.”

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On the recordNovember 14, 2011
Why aren't we using the money that we are giving to China to help spur the U.S. economy and job growth at home?
Said by
Gus Bilirakis
Republican · Florida
Source
congress.gov

Editor's note · Context

Bilirakis questions the rationale behind funding China instead of supporting the U.S. economy.

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