Political Quotes

“Mr. President, every American family must balance its own family's budget, and voters wonder why Congress never balances its budget. The Democratic budget before us will add $15 trillion of debt over the next decade. The Pennies Plan budget, which is consistent with the balanced budget amendment that most Republicans have voted for, balances the budget in just 5 years. When I first introduced this budget a few years ago, all you had to do was cut one penny over 5 years, and the budget balanced, but as Congress has blown through the budget caps, it has become much more difficult. Last year, it was two pennies--a 2-percent cut per year to balance in 5 years. Now it is a three-penny plan, and you have to have a 3-percent cut, but it is still foreseeable that we could balance our budget. It is the right thing to do. It is good for America. It will make us a stronger country to leave for our kids and our grandkids, and I urge a ``yes'' vote. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Does any Senator seek recognition in opposition? Vote on Amendment No. 1 The PRESIDING OFFICER. The question is on agreeing to the amendment.”