Political Quotes

“I have taken a look at many of the proposals here, and I certainly support the Democrats' position that we need to help families who have lost their jobs. If you are unemployed in America today and you are lucky enough to have unemployment insurance, you get about $230 a week on which to live. Imagine for a moment, as you follow these proceedings, what life would be like on $230 a week, trying to make your mortgage or rental payment, pay utility bills, buy food for your family, and provide for the necessities. It is very difficult. Over half of the unemployed workers don't even have unemployment insurance. They have left part-time jobs and they have no help. It is no wonder we are finding that food pantries and kitchens for the poor across America are being overwhelmed with those coming in asking for help at the end of the year.”