Political Quotes

Summer Lee: “Our country's founders believed that taxation without representation was tyrannical.”

On the recordMay 15, 2023
Our country's founders believed that taxation without representation was tyrannical.
Said by
Summer Lee
Democratic · Pennsylvania

Editor's note · Context

Lee emphasizes the historical injustice of D.C. residents lacking representation while paying federal taxes.

Share

More from Summer Lee

Jun 27, 2026

I’m proud to be the lead sponsor of the Abolish Super PACs Act in the House to put democracy back in the hands of the people.

sanders.senate.gov
Jun 10, 2026

We’re here not just because it’s our duty to do and conduct oversight, but also because we know that we’re gearing up for a fight.

penncapital-star.com
Jun 27, 2026

Workers deserve the freedom to change jobs, seek higher wages, and leave unsafe or exploitative workplaces without being threatened with crushing debt.

markey.senate.gov
Jun 13, 2026

House Republicans handed ICE and CBP billions more while families struggle to afford rent, groceries, childcare, and healthcare.

commondreams.org

Other voices in this conversation