Political Quotes

“Mr. Speaker, I thank Mr. Larson for putting his work and soul on the line for the last several years. Mr. Speaker, I rise today on behalf of the more than 124,000 constituents in the Ninth District of north Jersey who rely on Social Security each and every month. Social Security is one of America's greatest success stories. After nearly 90 years, it still stands as a monument to decency, dignity, and the birthright of hardworking Americans. Yet, throughout its storied history, it has been under attack. Going back to 1935, it has been the subject of attacks and lies from day one. The Republican Study Committee just referred to, which represents three- quarters of the House Republicans, proposed slashing Social Security benefits by $718 billion. If I was sitting at home right now, I would be asking if that means me. Does that mean my benefits, which I have paid into? They are going to vote now and take it away? It is the only thing I live on. Republican leadership wants to create a so-called fiscal commission in our government funding bill. That is a wolf in sheep's clothing. Without aggressive action, Social Security lurches toward insolvency. Congress has a sacred responsibility to fight for its future. That is why I am standing with Representative Larson on his Social Security 2100 Act to ensure the long-term strength and solvency of Social Security. I will keep standing as long as we have to fight. We are not going home.…”