Democrats and Republicans finally came together to pass a budget and roll back the irresponsible cuts from sequestration.

I truly hope Republicans are willing to join us at the table once again to talk about this critical work of investing in jobs and our security in a balanced and fiscally responsible way.

The bipartisan budget deal was a step in the right direction. But it was only a step.

You are only as serious about the debt and deficit as you are putting it in relation to other things.

I think we should recognize the arguments behind the minimum wage are really important economic arguments.

If we do that, we will lay the groundwork for economic prosperity.

Late last year, after the Government shutdown and debt limit scare, Republicans dropped their demands and joined with Democrats to re-open the Government.

Time is running out. And the longer Republicans take to dream up empty debt limit demands, the more economic uncertainty and harm they will cause.

my heart really goes out to those that continue to fight for a democratic Ukraine and for those who hope to see Crimea free from Russian forces.

What troubles me most about our misguided austerity policies is that Congress has cut the very programs that help low-and middle-income families get ahead.

the economy is improving. My biggest concern--and I know many, of my colleagues share this--is that it is not improving for everyone.

We need to protect our economy by phasing in deficit reduction over time rather than allowing deep, immediate spending cuts.

Expanding preschool would not only help our youngest children and pay dividends in future economic growth; it would empower millions of women who would be able to go to work and give back to their communities.

I think that the creation of jobs in my community and my State is the number one.

I have very serious concerns about recent allegations that student loan servicers have been violating the law.

Since 2009, the deficit has been cut in half. We need to build on that work, fairly and responsibly.

The budget proposal pays for these investments with the temporary revenue boost that would come during the transition to a fairer and more competitive corporate tax system.

the earned income tax credit is really critical to providing economic opportunity for our low-income working families.

I could not agree more. As a former preschool teacher, I know the difference it can make in a child's life.

I appeal to all of you to continue America's longstanding bipartisan commitment to investing in education.

I would like us to move forward on a well-crafted package of aid for Ukraine.

Raising the minimum wage would boost the upward economic mobility of low-wage workers.

the credit is leaving low-income workers without dependent children behind.

If Sallie Mae violated the law, will you pull the servicing loan contract?

Are we expanding opportunity for all Americans? No matter where you come from, we are all better off if everyone in our society has the opportunity to succeed.