Alma Adams actually said...

"I would say to you, Mr. Scafidi, if you think this is just about salaries, that is not how this works."

"If you truly value education and you truly value teachers, then why are we continuing to take away and saying: But we appreciate you."

"If we pass the Raise the Age Act, close to 40 million workers would receive a raise."

"This bill puts money directly into the hands of those who are most likely to spend it in their communities."