On the recordFebruary 10, 2009
America faces an unambiguously dramatic economic downturn. And Americans are hurting in this very difficult economic time. But Republicans in the House are still waiting for an opportunity to bring our ideas for economic recovery to the table. So far we've been shut out of negotiations. For instance, Republicans have proposed real assistance for the unemployed by slashing Federal taxes on unemployment benefits, but our suggestions for economic recovery have been ignored. The result? A bill that does little to stimulate the economy and lots to stimulate the Federal Government and our national debt. We must pass a bill that helps struggling workers get back on their feet, and that encourages entrepreneurs, the real engines for job creation, to take risks again. Madam Speaker, we cannot borrow and spend our way back to prosperity.
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