Political Quotes

“the debate over the relationship between Social Security and the balanced budget amendment seems now to be drawing to a close. The truly vital vote on the subject was cast just a few hours ago, evidencing the attention this Congress will pay to the security of our Social Security system. Early next week, I believe the Reid amendment will be tabled. A mention of Social Security will not be added to the Constitution of the United States. I believe that both sides in this debate share a deep and sober dedication to the viability of our Social Security system. I am delighted that we had an opportunity earlier today to vote overwhelmingly our dedication to seeing to it that none of the promises made to our senior community are repudiated in any respect whatsoever. Now it is only required of us that we deal decisively with this proposed addition to the Constitution on the subject of Social Security and go on to passing a balanced budget itself, the prospects for which, it seems to me at least, have increased dramatically during the course of this week. Despite the dedication of those who have proposed this addition to the Constitution, in fact, adding this reference to Social Security to the Constitution of the United States would clearly undercut the very security they say they seek.”