We want to thank Senator Lugar for introducing the Farming Flexibility Act of 2011.
Chairwoman Stabenow, who has previously co-sponsored this legislation.
In my view, it is the most viable plan under consideration.
I believe strongly that the federal government should balance its books.
The United States defaulting on its commitments would have catastrophic global consequences. It is not an option.
We've also learned that the Boehner plan could trigger a downgrade of the United States' AAA credit rating.
Democrats will not vote for it.
I would say, though, Anderson, it's worth pointing out back in December of 2010, Harry Reid had the opportunity to raise the debt ceiling.
I think it is fair to say that he is one of the most popular staff members on Capitol Hill.
if I need a speech to introduce Mark Wetjen, I am in bad shape.
I think it's important to stress that the construction of robust representative democracies in Latin America is a learning process.