Political Quotes

On the recordFebruary 8, 2025
I don’t think people like when their government shuts down, and I don’t think the average person watches the debate so closely that they know whose fault it is.
Said by
Elissa Slotkin
Democratic · Michigan
Source
cnn.com

Editor's note · Context

Slotkin highlights public discontent with government shutdowns and accountability.

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