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It's our moral obligation, as well as, I believe, it is the government's obligation to take care of its people.
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There are corporations in this nation, some of the biggest corporations in this nation, who do not pay taxes.
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The most important thing is you have to want to do something for somebody other than yourself.
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If we lower the payroll tax, will Americans let us raise it again? I don't think so.
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As a trusted institution with brick-and-mortar facilities in every corner of the United States, our public Postal Service is uniquely positioned to serve as a communications, finance, and service hub for the 21st century.
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This country must break the cycle of childhood obesity. Unless we reverse course, this epidemic will continue to put more of our children and the future of our nation at risk.
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In order to govern, you have to win.
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I've never been one to try to find a niche for myself. I've always tried to wait and see what comes.
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Any time something goes wrong, Republicans pick on women and minorities.
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The Ferguson Grand Jury's decision not to indict Officer Darren Wilson in the death of Michael Brown is a miscarriage of justice. It is a slap in the face to Americans nationwide who continue to hope and believe that justice will prevail.
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I do believe that if there is some way that we can find a diplomatic way to address the atrocities in Syria, I think that we should move forward with all due speed to make sure that it is something that is credible.
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I'll put my record up against anybody's.
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We have a community where almost 50 percent of the people in the city of Cleveland alone have some type of record. I represent one of the poorest districts in America - out of 435, I'm 422.
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We need to get involved in things that are important to other countries, just as we expect them to participate in things that are important to us.
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For those who may not know, it was the CBC that put in place the legislation that put sanctions against South Africa to end apartheid, and that took Mandela off the terrorist list.
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I'm a very direct person just generally.
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The Office of Congressional Ethics was created to provide more transparency in the House of Representatives. It was a commendable goal.
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At present, our country needs women's idealism and determination, perhaps more in politics than anywhere else.
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As Americans, we should all convey our thanks to the brave men and women who have selflessly and courageously served our nation.
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We need to address hunger, job training, justice. I can't do it alone. We need to elect people who understand the urgency.
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Faith and service to others were pillars in Rev. DeBose's life. I knew him as a very kind person and an outstanding public servant.
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As members of Congress, we may disagree with the administration's position on foreign policy matters, but the fact remains: the Executive Branch is tasked with handling diplomatic matters.
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I am certainly humbled to receive the American Voice Award and join the ranks of so many people that I admire.
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I'm happy doing what I do.