Political Quotes

“the Treasury Secretary made it clear weeks ago that Congress would have to increase the federal government's debt ceiling. Since that time, many of us have been requesting an open debate on a bill to increase the debt ceiling. How can the Republican leadership explain the debt ceiling increase added to the debate of the military construction appropriations bill by way of a procedural hijacking? This legislative ambush blocks any amendments from being offered, including the Democrats' intent to limit the increase to $150 billion as opposed to the Republican's increase of $450 billion. I am ready to assure the debt limit is sufficient to meet our obligations, however, I vote against this measure because this chamber and the American people deserve that we conduct business of this manner with a full debate and consideration of reasoned amendments that will clarify a blueprint for fiscal responsibility.”