"The budget would cut the deficit the President inherited by at least half at the end of his first term; and that is an important factor, too."
"In addition, the President's budget proposes to restore statutory pay-as-you-go rules, which were critical, and that can get us back to fiscal responsibility."
"It has an infant mortality rate of 31 deaths per 1,000 live births. That is almost five times the rate of the Nation."
"I commend the President and stand firmly behind him for having the courage to address socioeconomic issues."
"I am always concerned about the amount of money that we spend for our defense and other military purposes."
"We are not adequately investing in social rehabilitation programs in the Department of Justice."
"The President's proposed $75 million for implementation of the Second Chance Act is greatly appreciated."
"We need to adequately fund our job corps centers, so that these individuals can be prepared for entry into the world of work."
"Despite the deficit the debt and the dire economic circumstances that exist in this country today we have the opportunity in this budget to right the wrongs of hundreds of years of unequal treatment o..."
"We need to understand the universal coverage alone will not eliminate them and that the elimination of health disparities needs to be a central part of health care reform."
"I agree with our President, this is something we cannot afford not to do."
"I urge the Committee to support full funding for the Assistance to Firefighter Grants and the Community Oriented Policing Services program."