On the recordSeptember 20, 2011
Mr. Speaker, in August 2009, the President stated, ``You do not raise taxes in a recession.'' This week, the same President proposed $1.5 trillion in higher taxes as more than 14 million Americans are without jobs. The President's tax increase proposal is based on the false belief that Big Government can spend the money of hardworking American families better than the people who have earned it. Tax increases destroy jobs. You cannot create jobs by increasing taxes. The merit of an economic policy can be tested by the amount of jobs it creates. So far, this President's policy has failed. Zero new jobs were created in August. By passing numerous bills that focus on getting Americans back to work, House Republicans have focused on job creation since January. It's time for this administration to change from failed policies. In conclusion, God bless our troops, and we will never forget September the 11th in the global war on terrorism. Our prayers are with Aiken and Barnwell, Assistant Solicitor Steve Kodman and Jennifer, and their sons, Patrick, Thomas, and Drew. ____________________
