Lois Capps: “We have just a few short weeks left in the 112th Congress, but our work here is far from done. Sadly, partisan games and…”

“We have just a few short weeks left in the 112th Congress, but our work here is far from done. Sadly, partisan games and gridlock have made this Congress one of the least productive in history; but with the election finally behind us, I hope we will put aside our differences and get back to work. That means passing a bipartisan farm bill to support our farmers and ranchers. It means extending the production tax credit to create jobs in a growing wind industry and reduce electricity bills for consumers. It means passing the Violence Against Women Act to protect women from abuse. And it means extending tax cuts for middle class families and small businesses now and passing a balanced plan to avert sequestration. We must address these critical issues, and the only way to do that is by coming together and doing what's right for the American people. Mr. Speaker, the election is over. It's time to get back to work. ____________________”