Political Quotes

On the recordJanuary 28, 2013
The foundation for bipartisan action is already in place. And if Congress is unable to move forward in a timely fashion, I will send up a bill based on my proposal and insist that they vote on it right away.
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Barack Obama
Democratic · Illinois

Editor's note · Context

Warning Congress to act on immigration reform or he will take unilateral action.

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