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Jon L. Christensen: “Last September 27, Republican incumbents and candidates stood on the Capitol steps and made a pledge to the American…”

On the recordApril 6, 1995
Last September 27, Republican incumbents and candidates stood on the Capitol steps and made a pledge to the American people. We promised to bring to the floor legislation that had been blocked by the Democrat-controlled Congress for years. Congressional reform, welfare reform, tax breaks, term limits, regulatory reform, legal reform. Mr. Speaker, I stand here today to say that we kept our promise. A new day has dawned in America. We have proved to the people that politicians can keep a promise. The Republican majority is working hard to recapture the long-lost trust the American people used to have in their elected officials. And I am proud to be a part of this healing process. Mr. Speaker, it is as simple as this--promises made, promises kept. This is what the Republicans are all about.
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Jon L. Christensen
Nebraska

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Discussing the Republican Party's commitment to legislative reform and accountability.

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