I personally think it is a common sense, thoughtful, constructive way to proceed with homeless housing. It represents a commitment of Congress to this arena of public concern, which is one of the most extraordinary in this country at this time. For a country the size of ours to have the depth of our problems is clearly a national embarrassment that takes a great deal of national commitment to overcome.
Discussing the Homeless Housing Consolidation Act during House floor debate.
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