Political Quotes

“Mr. Speaker, it has been more than 2 years since the public health crisis in Flint, Michigan, exposed thousands of residents--including up to 12,000 children--to lead-tainted water. With only days left to avert a government shutdown, I am absolutely appalled by the continued resistance of Republican leaders to include critical funding in the year-end spending bill to help the families of Flint. None of our communities are immune to aging infrastructure. We must provide the resources to address these challenges head-on before pipes break, before a bridge collapses, or before a road becomes impassable. For most of us across the country, that means rebuilding our infrastructure before the worst happens. For the people of Flint, it means providing emergency assistance in the wake of this crisis that will allow them to rebuild their lives and their communities. Either way, it is incumbent upon us as Members of Congress to protect the health and safety of our constituents, and the time to act is now. ____________________”