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Danny Davis: “A large number of people are on the Hill this week from ACORN, one of the most effective grass-roots community…”

On the recordMarch 9, 2005
A large number of people are on the Hill this week from ACORN, one of the most effective grass-roots community organizations in America. The group I just met with told me one thing. They said, Tell the President if it ain't broke, don't fix it. Add to it, but do not fix it. Of course they were talking about Social Security that has been the lifeline for millions of seniors in our country since its inception. Madam Speaker, I will just repeat what ACORN told me: If it ain't broke, don't fix it.
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Danny Davis
Democratic · Illinois

Editor's note · Context

Discussing the importance of Social Security during a speech on the House floor.

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