Political Quotes

On the recordJanuary 27, 2015
It is our generation being unwilling to pay our own bills. And we are borrowing from our kids.
Said by
Angus King
Independent · Maine

Editor's note · Context

Senator King criticizes current borrowing practices affecting future generations.

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