The government managed to survive 3 months on a continuing resolution doing just that, living on the previous year's budget. If we can do it for 3 months, we can do it for a long time and we can save the taxpayers a lot of money. The American people are ready for change. They're tired of reckless spending that happens in the Halls of their Congress. They demand that we stand up and do the right thing. I would urge my colleagues to join me in rejecting this conference report in favor of a more conservative, fiscally responsible budget that respects taxpayers, business owners, and families across this country.
Jim Jordan: “The government managed to survive 3 months on a continuing resolution doing just that, living on the previous year's…”
On the recordJune 5, 2008
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Addressing the need for a more fiscally responsible budget during a congressional debate.
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