Political Quotes

On the recordMarch 21, 2023
the full faith and credit of the United States, that is to pay our bills on time like every families expected to, is not something that should ever be held hostage to score cheap political points at the expense of working people in this country.
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Patty Murray
Democratic · Washington

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Murray emphasizes the importance of maintaining the U.S. credit and not using it for political gain.

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