Political Quotes

“I thank the gentleman for yielding to the great State of Tennessee. Mr. Speaker, a recent CNBC survey illustrates how Americans are feeling about inflation. Fifty-two percent of adults reported they are under more financial stress today than they were 1 year ago. The poll also shows how consumers spending habits changed over the last 6 months in response to rising prices: Fifty-three percent say they are cutting back on dining out; 39 percent are driving less; 32 percent switched from a brand-name product; and 29 percent canceled a vacation. The economy is in a tailspin, Mr. Speaker, thanks to President Biden's Big Government agenda. His failed policies are making the cost of doing business more expensive, and those increased costs are passed directly on to consumers. Many companies use catchy slogans and taglines to advertise their services but, in this economy, some businesses might rethink their marketing campaigns. Remember the $5 foot-long at Subway? It costs at least $10 for a foot-long sandwich from Subway these days, Mr. Speaker. Southwest Airlines' low-cost flight motto is ``Wanna Get Away?'' Flights are now so expensive; Southwest should change its offers to Wanna Go One Way? Did you catch that? One way, since that is all travelers obviously can afford. Walmart tells customers they will ``Save Money, Live Better'' by shopping at its stores.…”