[Congressional Record Volume 140, Number 139 (Thursday, September 29, 1994)]
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[Congressional Record: September 29, 1994]
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                  THE AMERICAN DREAM AND OUR CONTRACT

  (Mr. KNOLLENBERG asked and was given permission to address the House 
for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. KNOLLENBERG. Mr. Speaker, the American Dream has always been a 
goal that has drawn people from around the globe to our shores. But 
more importantly, this vision of success has inspired people to build a 
brighter and more prosperous future for their families.
  It has been said that every American is the owner of this idea. But 
sadly, after 40 years of half-hearted, hollow promises, this heritage 
has all but vanished from the American landscape. The Democratic 
leadership has tried to convince the hardworking public that their 
policies of a bigger and more costly government are an essential part 
of our national identity.
  Nothing could be further from the truth.
  Two days ago, the Republicans in, and those that aspire to this 
Chamber, signed an agreement that will begin to restore the public's 
faith in the promise of the American Dream.
  The American Dream Restoration Act is one of the 10 key elements of 
our contract with America. It tries to right the wrongs of 40 years of 
one-party political domination.
  By our very nature, Americans are hopeful. We live for the promises 
of a brighter future, and a mere 48 hours ago, we staked our claim to 
help fulfill this promise.

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