Political Quotes

“this motion responds to the economic realities that American families are facing today. We have 8.8 million individuals who are out of work. We have a growing budget deficit of about a half trillion dollars. Most alarming is the fact that three unemployed individuals are competing for every job. In light of these dire economic conditions, this motion responds to America's needs by extending UI benefits. This motion would extend UI benefits for 26 weeks for newly unemployed workers and 13 weeks for those who have exhausted their benefits. Mr. Speaker, over 42 percent of those individuals who have exhausted their benefits are still unemployed under the present economic conditions. Mr. Speaker, nearly 9 million workers are unemployed. The current UI extension expires at the end of this month, only 24 days from now. Where is the compassion of this House? How can we leave our Nation's families guessing as to when their next meal will be coming? Mr. Speaker, this motion deserves the support of the House today.”