Political Quotes

“I thank Chairman Scott for this time and opportunity to speak in support of H.R. 842, the Protecting the Right to Organize Act. Unions are the backbone of northwest Indiana's economy, and we must do all we can to strengthen the ability for all workers to form unions. For far too long, State and Federal policies have targeted union workers and their ability to position themselves and leverage. Today, we change that. Today, we have the backs of working families. When workers can stand together and form a union, they have the ability to use their collective voice for fair wages, safe working conditions, improved health benefits, and a more secure retirement. Organized labor is essential to creating opportunities for all individuals to have a good-paying career where they can take care of themselves and their families. I believe that the divide in our Nation is by workers believing they will be left behind. The PRO Act will lift up workers and unite workers. I thank Chairman Scott for this time, and I urge all of my colleagues to support the PRO Act so that we can move forward in creating an economy that works for everyone. Mr. Speaker, I include in the Record a letter from the International Union of Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers. International Union of Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers, Washington, DC, March 8, 2021.…”