Political Quotes

“I want to begin by recognizing Chairman Yarmuth, whose leadership of the Budget Committee is so routinely remarkable that we take it for granted. The budget resolution we are voting on today will set us on a path to defeating the virus and providing urgent relief for millions of Americans. It is a big moment for this country, and this Chamber and Chairman Yarmuth have handled it with characteristic skill and grace. I also want to thank Speaker Pelosi for her extraordinary leadership, guiding the House through all the challenges since this pandemic began and now bringing up legislation that is urgently needed and will ultimately sustain millions of Americans during this crisis. President Biden has called for a package that meets the moment, and Speaker Pelosi has laid out a path that gets us there. The Speaker has guided this Chamber brilliantly as we passed the Cares Act; provided additional support to families and businesses in the spring and fall; and now, as we begin the expeditious process to beat the virus, get the American people the relief they need and deserve. I am honored that she has asked me to lead the Joint Economic Committee this Congress as our country recovers and rebuilds. I look forward to partnering with my colleagues on both sides of the aisle on the full range of economic challenges and opportunities before us. There is so much work to do.…”