Political Quotes

“Mr. Speaker, as we begin the new year and a new decade, let's all commit in this House to doing the job that the people sent us to the people's House to do. Let us remember the words of Alexander Hamilton: ``Here, sir, the people govern; here they act by their immediate Representatives.'' Let us commit to working every day 9 to 5 on delivering real results on the issues that matter to our constituents and our country. These include working to reduce the cost of healthcare, including ending surprise billing, decreasing the cost of prescription drugs, ending prohibitions on association health plans, and ensuring there is no loss of insurance for preexisting conditions. Also, continuing to ensure that veterans receive the care they deserve and have earned. As well as having the backs of our troops by keeping our forces strong and prepared. Fixing our broken illegal immigration process, first by securing our border and then reforming our laws with a focus on high fences and wide gates. Making the 2017 Trump tax cuts permanent for families and small businesses. Driving workforce development by partnering with the private sector, our schools, career and technical centers, and apprenticeship programs. Supporting trade agreements that create reciprocal trade and open markets for our U.S.-made products and agricultural goods. Help assure our students have affordable and accountable educational opportunities.…”