Political Quotes

“Yes. And, Mr. Speaker, I thank Ms. Plaskett for the opportunity to offer some comments. The fact that the Congressional Black Caucus has taken this lead, I applaud our leadership, Chairman Richmond. I join with my colleagues this evening to speak to the plan our new President has penned as the ``new deal for African Americans.'' This plan, unfortunately, does not meet the needs of our communities and focuses on the same assumptions that have not worked for our communities over the years. In his inaugural address, President Trump stated: ``The establishment protected itself, but not the citizens of our country. Their victories have not been your victories; their triumphs have not been your triumphs; and while they celebrated in our Nation's Capital, there was little to celebrate for struggling families all across our land.'' That was stated by President Trump. Well, while individuals were celebrating last week, actions were taken for people all over our Nation to lose their healthcare coverage, and the Federal Housing Administration mortgage insurance rate was cut an hour after President Trump took office, which would have reduced insurance premiums for borrowers each year. This does not help the men, women, and children of our great Nation. In the new deal for Black America, President Trump asserts that there will be tax reform to create jobs and lift up people and communities. Just in my community alone, Mr.…”