John J. Stephens: “Lower the rate, create a cycle of virtuous investment, and do it right away.”

Urgency is important. And let's not let perfect be the enemy of the good.

A comprehensive plan that lowers rates and encourages investment would be a win with a prudent tradeoff for all financial considerations.

This will be the biggest jobs bill that this Committee could support.

As you put more dollars to work in capital investments, you generate demand for jobs.