Political Quotes

“Here is some truth. Despite many false claims, the continuing resolution we just passed does not cut Medicaid, Medicare, Social Security, or veterans benefits or any healthcare benefits at all. In reality, the CR was almost entirely the Democrat's budget bill last year. The opposition today and their vote to shut down the government is a little perplexing. Mr. Speaker, here is what this bill actually offers: it gives our troops a 10 percent raise; provides $6 billion for veterans' healthcare; invests $7.6 billion into WIC for women and infants; $425 million for food delivery programs for seniors, among other things. Mr. Speaker, we are paying for it responsibly. We are repurposing $20 billion in excess funding from the attempt to increase the IRS by $80 billion last year, and we are redirecting $10 billion from the Commerce Department's slush fund, funds that were not used and need to be repurposed. This CR sets the stage for a plan for a new golden era for our country, and I was pleased to support it. ____________________”