Political Quotes

“Social Security is a vital part of our social safety net in our country. It keeps more people out of poverty than any other governmental program, nearly 23 million people. I wasn't surprised when the number one question and concern that was brought up in our telephone townhall throughout the district--over 9,000 people participated--was what is going to happen to Social Security. For most seniors, Social Security is their largest source of income. Cutting Social Security would be a disastrous policy choice for our communities, and it would absolutely be a choice that is decided here, not a necessity. We should be strengthening and expanding Social Security, not cutting it. That is why I support the Social Security Expansion Act. It is very critical because it would increase benefits by $2,400 annually and ensure that program is funded for the next 75 years. We must protect Social Security. Every senior in our country deserves to retire with dignity, and every person living with a disability deserves to live with economic security. I won't let them cut Social Security on my watch. Water Is Life”