Political Quotes

On the recordApril 8, 2013
Our nation's economy is only as strong as its workforce.
Said by
Virginia Foxx
Republican · North Carolina

Editor's note · Context

Emphasizing the importance of a skilled workforce for economic strength.

Share & report

More from Virginia Foxx

Mar 25, 2025

Mr. Speaker, last night the Rules Committee met and produced a rule, House Resolution 242, providing for the House's consideration of several pieces of legislation: H.R. 1048, H.J. Res. 24, and H.J. Res. 75. The rule provides for…

Congressional Record · 2025-03-25
Mar 3, 2025

Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize the 100th anniversary of the Leakesville Garden Club in Rockingham County, North Carolina's oldest active gardening club. It was formed in March 1925 and was recognized as the third garden club to be…

Congressional Record · 2025-03-03
Apr 1, 2025

Mr. Speaker, I would like to associate myself with the gentleman from Virginia in supporting this important rule. The rule would ensure the debate of important, commonsense legislation. This includes additional CRAs to protect consumer…

Congressional Record · 2025-04-01
Apr 8, 2025

Mr. Speaker, I yield myself the balance of my time. Mr. Speaker, I have to respond about the fact that we are denying new mothers and prospective mothers the opportunity to vote with this legislation. That is just not true. It is going to…

Congressional Record · 2025-04-08

Other voices in this conversation