When it comes to investments in the Nation's future, especially education, as well as health care and infrastructure development, we must not be shortsighted. As in the past, Democrats this session will continue to stand behind proposals that advance the notion that even amidst the budget crisis, we must build for the future. Otherwise, our children and their children, will inherit a standard of living below that which we enjoy today.
Outlining Democratic priorities for the second session of the 99th Congress.
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