On the recordNovember 2, 2021
We have been working hard on a transformative bill that will make a difference in so many people's lives, the Build Back Better Act. And yet, the Democrats who are behind this bill, who have worked on it so hard, have been under a barrage of attack and criticism for being in disarray, for being unable to get it done. But let me say this: This is how it should be done. We are talking about historic unprecedented investments in our climate, in universal pre-K, in drug pricing, in housing policy. Why would anyone think that that is a bill that should come together quickly? This is the legislative process. We craft. We read. We edit. We make changes. We read it again--all for the good of the American people. Mr. Speaker, we will get this done and it will be a solid, well- thought-out, beautiful piece of legislation. It will make a real difference in people's lives. Keep the faith. ____________________
