Political Quotes

“Do I appear to be anything less than very serious? This is a serious body. I come from a humble background. I know what it is to earn a dollar or not. I rise in support of this action because it is the right thing to do. Madam Chair, I encourage my colleagues to support my amendment, and I yield back the balance of my time. The Acting CHAIR. The question is on the amendment offered by the gentleman from Louisiana (Mr. Higgins). The question was taken; and the Acting Chair announced that the ayes appeared to have it. Ms. DeLAURO. Madam Chair, I demand a recorded vote. The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to clause 6 of rule XVIII, further proceedings on the amendment offered by the gentleman from Louisiana will be postponed. {time} 2120 Amendment No. 113 Offered by Mr. Higgins of Louisiana The Acting CHAIR. It is now in order to consider amendment No. 113 printed in part B of House Report 118-272.”