On the recordJanuary 25, 1995
in the debate over a balanced budget amendment, we are hearing from the opposition a worn-out and failed argument. They use it every time we try to bring spending under control. They are trying to prevent fiscal responsibility and change. The opponents of a balanced budget amendment are now saying it will cut into Social Security. Mr. Speaker, that just is not true and is misleading. Mr. Speaker, our budget can be balanced without touching Social Security. Social Security benefits will not be affected by a balanced budget amendment. I would not support one if it did. I do not want to hurt the 900,000 people in my State who benefit from Social Security. Mr. Speaker, we owe those who have paid their hard-earned dollars into Social Security their benefits. Mr. Speaker, for those out there who would like to vote for this, I commend this resolution to my colleagues for their full support.
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