Lloyd Doggett actually said...

"All of the Texas miracle stuff that we have heard so much about has done very little to those who are caught in poverty."

"Unfortunately, both ends of that partnership seem to be fraying and, along with it, the protection that millions of poor families rely upon."

"As one who supported the 1996 welfare reform legislation, I welcome this opportunity to examine how well the States have been fulfilling their obligations under that legislation."

"Such as the minimum wage, such as not going back to child labor and working excessive hours without being paid overtime."