Political Quotes

“I thank the gentleman for yielding. It seems a little strange for me to be lecturing you about a desert, but, Mr. Chairman, it is true. There are food deserts in both Republican and Democratic districts all over this country, people without access to fresh foods or healthy foods. Look, I don't think it's right that people buy processed foods and soft drinks with food stamps, but if they've got no other choice, what are they going to do? {time} 2020 This initiative allows people to have the option to purchase healthy foods, get those micronutrients that they need to keep them healthy. Let's keep them out of the doctor's office. Let's keep them out of the hospital. I thank the gentleman for the recognition. I urge defeat of the Schweikert amendment. The Acting CHAIR. The gentleman from Arizona has 1\1/2\ minutes remaining.”