Debbie Dingell actually said...

Federal pay has lagged far behind much of the municipalities and state agencies in the West.

If we want to compete with China, do we need to be investing in these technologies here to keep us at the forefront? Yes or no?

As Democrats we put in place the programs and historic investments needed to level the playing field.

We need to make sure we are competitive and staying at the forefront of innovation and technology in this country.