Political Quotes

“this is taxpayers day. I have introduced a bill to make this tax reduction day for D.C. residents. I expect to have leadership support for the D.C. Economic Recovery Act, and I expect support and will seek support from my side of the aisle as well. There are six reasons why this House should support this bill. One, the District is insolvent with no other revenue stream in sight. Two, Congress has constitutional responsibility for this city, and no other, as this body constantly reminds me. Three, this is the only city prevented by Congress from taxing commuters who use city services. Four, this is the only city that pays for State, county, and municipal functions. Five, this is the only city with no State to recycle income from wealthier areas. Six, this is the only city that pays Federal income taxes. We are second per capita in the United States without voting representation in the Congress. These are six good reasons to support the D.C. Economic Recovery Act.”