Political Quotes

On the recordMarch 22, 2023
Let's not pretend that economic shocks don't affect the budget.
Said by
Sheldon Whitehouse
Democratic · Rhode Island

Editor's note · Context

Whitehouse emphasizes the impact of economic shocks on the budget, linking it to climate change.

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