Political Quotes

“I thank the ranking member, Mr. Larson, for his persevering leadership on this critical issue to millions and millions and millions of Americans and Assistant Leader Neguse for his leadership. I thank them for being here this evening. I appreciate Mr. Larson yielding me time to highlight the importance of Social Security but also his tireless work to safeguard and ensure coverage in Social Security for all Americans who qualify for their earned benefits which the gentleman and every single Member who got up here tonight have talked about this evening. This is not a welfare program. This is an earned benefit. 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 during their retirement. Social Security promises the safe and secure retirement for tens of millions of Americans during their golden years. However, we are here tonight because without action by this House leading, that promise is at risk. Like my colleagues, I represent probably over 150,000 retirees, the majority women, in northwest Ohio who want to see responsible solutions to protect Social Security going forward. For Ohio that includes eliminating the windfall penalty. I agree with Congressman Larson. The billionaire class must join the vast majority of Americans in paying their fair share into this critical system.…”