Political Quotes

“I would like share the good work being done by my friend and colleague in the House of Representatives, Congressman Peter Welch. As Democrats and Republicans continue their discussions, I am proud that Peter is bringing a Vermont perspective and Vermont values to the debate. He understands the dangers the United States faces if we default on our debt, but the burden of addressing our mounting national debt must be shared fairly. Budgets are a reflection of our national priorities, and we simply cannot balance our budget on the backs of the most vulnerable alone. I applaud Peter for bringing his reasoned and responsible message to the debate. I ask unanimous consent that an article on Congressman Welch from today's The Hill be printed in the Record. There being no objection, the material was ordered to be printed in the Record, as follows: Rep. Welch: Partisan Division Begs Clean Vote To Raise Nation's Debt Ceiling (By Mike Lillis) Lawmakers seeking a bipartisan deficit-reduction plan to accompany the looming debt-ceiling vote are deluding themselves about the efficiency of Congress, according to the Democrat spearheading the push for a clean debt-limit bill. Rep. Peter Welch (D-Vt.), who has emerged in recent weeks as the staunchest proponent of a standalone debt-ceiling hike, said the parties are simply too far apart ideologically to reach a budget deal in time to avoid the market turmoil many fear would attend inaction on the debt limit.…”