On the recordDecember 23, 2022
Witness then the demise of a nation once great. Witness the arrogance of thieves in suits from their wealth and comfort as they spend the American treasure of a generation yet unborn. Witness as they smile, in full knowledge that they are comfortable with taking the position that they are better managers of our Nation's decline. But witness ye, also, that the American people have had enough. We struggle, we the people. Americans from sea to shining sea cannot pay for groceries or fuel. They are cold and hungry and feel betrayed by this body. I understand that sentiment and passion because I share it. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The time of the gentleman has expired. {time} 1200 Mr. McGOVERN. Mr. Speaker, I would tell the gentleman from Louisiana (Mr. Higgins) that his veterans bill is included in this omnibus package. Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of my time.
