Political Quotes

“I thank Ranking Member Larson for yielding time and for his noble, tireless work safeguarding Social Security for the benefit of all Americans. For nearly a century, America has made a sacred promise--those who work hard throughout their lives will benefit from the fruits of their labor upon retirement. Social Security promises a safe and secure retirement for tens of millions of Americans during their golden years. Without action, that promise is at risk. I hear from thousands of retirees across Northwestern Ohio who want to see a responsible solution to refinance Social Security going forward. One in five Social Security beneficiaries are veterans. Let me observe that the billionaire class must join the vast majority of Americans in paying their fair share into the system itself. By making that happen, the Social Security 2100 Act, championed by Congressman Larson and all of us, will increase benefits for current and new beneficiaries, protect retirees against inflation, and repeal the Windfall Elimination Provision. We must push for a vote on the House floor as soon as possible. The Social Security 2100 Act is one of the most important bills before this Congress. There are 182 House cosponsors of this bill. I ask Speaker Johnson to please move this bill to the floor for a vote. Social Security is an earned benefit, and America made a promise to workers, and Democrats are committed to making good on that promise. I am the granddaughter of immigrants.…”