Sep 21, 2011
I watched what happened yesterday on the floor, when the floor was controlled by people who really believe that government should have no role in doing anything.
Jim McDermott
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Jim McDermott is a former U.S. Representative from Washington, serving from 1989 to 2017. A member of the Democratic Party, he represented Washington's 7th congressional district. During his tenure, McDermott was known for his advocacy on healthcare issues, social justice, and economic equality. He played a significant role in the passage of the Affordable Care Act and was a vocal critic of the Iraq War. McDermott also served on various committees, including the Ways and Means Committee, where he focused on tax policy and healthcare reform.
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Sep 21, 2011
As I look out on this committee, or this panel, I am really pleased to see people who believe in the market.
Sep 7, 2011
What State would you suggest they go to where they could find a program that would meet the needs of a middle-class couple that is being crushed by this economy of 9.2 percent unemployment?
Sep 7, 2011
They need food and clothing and housing and medical care. That is what AFDC was about.
Sep 7, 2011
I ask unanimous consent that an article from today's Politico, September 8, by Joe Stiglitz, called 'All Roads Won't Lead to Economic Downfall and Doom,' be entered into the record.
Jul 11, 2011
I have watched these hearings since 1970, when I was in the State legislature.
Jul 11, 2011
It seems to me the problem is we are always coming in at the back end, looking at the problem.
Jul 11, 2011
When you sit at the Federal level, when you sit at this dais, and you look out on the United States, and you try and figure out what should we do, then the question that--I mean, Dr. Jenny raises the question of more…
Jun 21, 2011
if the Affordable Care Act were repealed, as the majority is trying to do, it would require a 53 percent reduction in benefits or 134 percent increase in the payroll tax to cover the deficit.
Jun 15, 2011
Now you have moved up to this Federal level. Do we need a national standard that emulates Illinois or something similar?
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