Political Quotes

“Mr. Chairman, I guess that is Common Core math because attempting to block an increase isn't a cut. We are talking about $12 million off the current appropriations. That is a modest cut. By the way, the gas stoves, that was attempted through rulemaking. So my colleague, who I greatly respect, must assume that the American people are stupid because they attempted to regulate and ban gas stoves. That is a fact. It can't be disputed. I am appalled that that was even mentioned, even in passing. That being said, it should be noted that two Democrat Presidents reduced the size of this agency's budget--both Carter and Clinton--at a time when bipartisan support was there for fiscal restraint. That is what we are asking for. That is what we should do. We should send them a message that enough is enough. Mr. Chairman, I urge adoption of my amendment. We are in a crisis in this country. Our southern border is overrun, spending is out of control, and agencies have gone woke. This President has failed us. It is time we get our fiscal house in order. Mr. Chair, I urge adoption of my amendment, and I yield back the balance of my time. The Acting CHAIR. The question is on the amendment offered by the gentleman from Tennessee (Mr. Ogles). The question was taken; and the Acting Chair announced that the ayes appeared to have it.”