Political Quotes

“it has been a long day, a long night, a long year, but a new day has come, and we tell the American people: Help is on the way. When Democrats assumed the majority in this Chamber, we promised to pass legislation to rescue our people from the depths of the pandemic and bring our economy and our country roaring back. In a few moments, we are going to deliver on that promise. This bill will deliver more help to more people than anything the Federal Government has done in decades. It is broader, deeper, and more comprehensive in helping working families and lifting people out of poverty than anything Congress has seen or accomplished in a very long time. The pandemic has affected nearly every aspect of American life. So this bill spans the gamut and provides support to every part of our country. For Americans who doubted that the government can help them in this time of crisis, you will be getting direct checks. Your schools will receive assistance to reopen quickly and safely; your local businesses will get another lifeline; and the day when you receive the vaccine will be a lot sooner. The American Rescue Plan will go down as one of the most sweeping Federal recovery efforts in history. It is never easy to pass legislation as momentous as this, but it will all and soon be worth it. Now, I know that on Saturday morning the American people aren't watching our proceedings here. They are probably out walking the dog or sitting down at breakfast with the kids.…”