Political Quotes

“Mr. Chairman, I yield myself such time as I may consume. Mr. Chairman, today, we bring four bills to the floor that reject the slash-and-burn approach of the Trump administration and, instead, chart a new course: one that increases investments in American families to make up for lost ground; one that gives every person a better chance at a better life. With these bills, we are investing for the people. We invest in education and in the health of the American people, in infrastructure, and in the environment, in our national security and in the needs of servicemembers and military families. And let me just say--because, frankly, the administration's misuse of government funds should concern both parties--this bill includes necessary oversight provisions to prohibit the administration from misappropriating funds, including for a border wall. This hallowed institution must not be a rubber stamp for Presidential pet projects. As chair of the State and Foreign Operations Appropriations Subcommittee, I am proud of the fiscal year 2020 State and Foreign Operations division, which reflects congressional priorities that advance United States foreign policy. {time} 1430 The allocation of $56.381 billion, a 3.9 increase above fiscal year 2019, is critical to support important investments in our national security, fund our international commitments, and repair America's reputation abroad.…”