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Hakeem Jeffries: “Our focus should be on education and job creation. We should invest in transportation and infrastructure; invest in…”

On the recordJune 7, 2017
Our focus should be on education and job creation. We should invest in transportation and infrastructure; invest in research and development; invest in technology and innovation; and invest in working families, middle class folks, and senior citizens. Instead, House Republicans have shortened the workweek and canceled votes on Friday. Why? Apparently because James Comey is testifying tomorrow and they want to get out of town before sundown. That is an abdication of responsibility, a dereliction of duty, and a classic example of legislative malpractice. ``Where are the jobs?'' the American people are asking. House Republicans are missing in action and the American people deserve better. ____________________
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Hakeem Jeffries
Democratic · New York
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Jun 7, 2017

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