Political Quotes

On the recordFebruary 15, 2022
I say it is cynical because, you know, I was on the Simpson-Bowles Commission.
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Janice Schakowsky
Democratic · Illinois

Editor's note · Context

Schakowsky criticizes the proposal to cut Social Security during debt discussions.

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