Political Quotes

On the recordApril 15, 2010
A grassroots group in Aiken, South Carolina, is holding meetings to educate the residents about the Constitution and the principles of our Founding Fathers. Coordinated by Debbie Nix, the group is called ``We the People, Aiken.'' I am pleased to have attended one of their weekly Constitution classes recently at the H. Odell Weeks Activity Center. During my recent visit to the group meeting, I highlighted my concerns about the government health care takeover and discussed how simply repealing it is not sufficient. We believe we must swap it with a more affordable solution that is centered around the patient and not the government. That is why I introduced H.R. 4944, the Siding With America's Patients (SWAP) Act, to continue to cover preexisting conditions, but will repeal the tax hikes and the unaffordable mandates on individuals and small business owners. I want to thank the members of ``We the People, Aiken'' for their warm welcome and for their efforts to promote America's founding principles. In conclusion, God bless our troops and we will never forget September 11 in the Global War on Terrorism.
Said by
Joe Wilson
Republican · South Carolina
Source
govinfo.gov
Apr 15, 2010

Editor's note · Context

The speaker discusses a grassroots group educating residents about the Constitution and health care reform.

Share

More from Joe Wilson

Feb 9, 2026

I am especially disappointed with the outrageous sentencing of Chinese patriot Jimmy Lai.

congress.gov
May 14, 2026

the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe Parliamentary Assembly has graciously agreed to host its 2027 annual session in Charleston. The conference in America will be the first since 2005. The assembly of the OSCE will bring…

govinfo.gov
Dec 16, 2025

As we approach Christmas and families around the world gather to celebrate, it is important that we reflect on those not free to worship. Christmas is a time of joy, faith, and community. Under totalitarian dictatorships, it is a reminder…

govinfo.gov
Feb 10, 2026

I am grateful that this week House Republicans, led by House Speaker Mike Johnson, will vote on the SAVE Act. This legislation will work to ensure election security, restoring public trust in the electoral process. The bill would protect…

govinfo.gov

Other voices in this conversation