Alan Simpson: “How much time do I have remaining? The Acting CHAIR. The gentleman from Idaho has 2 minutes remaining.”

I sympathize with what the gentleman is saying. I agree with him. It is a huge problem, and it is a math problem. He mentioned something that is really important. We used to spend about 70 percent of the budget on discretionary…

I urge my colleagues to support this bill, and I yield back the balance of my time. The CHAIR. All time for general debate has expired. Pursuant to the rule, the bill shall be considered for amendment under the 5-minute rule. An amendment…

I claim the time in opposition. The CHAIR. The gentleman from Idaho is recognized for 5 minutes.

In your country club, your church and business, about 15% of the people are screwballs, lightweights and boobs, and you would not want those people unrepresented in Congress.