[Congressional Record Volume 155, Number 33 (Wednesday, February 25, 2009)]
[House]
[Pages H2634-H2635]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         WE STAND READY TO WORK

  (Mr. WILSON of South Carolina asked and was given permission to 
address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. WILSON of South Carolina. Mr. Speaker, House Republicans remain 
ready to tackle the tough challenges facing our Nation. Getting our 
economy back on track, providing affordable quality education and 
health care, and protecting American families are

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of concern to every American and every Member of this body.
  But there are differences. On the issue of raising taxes, House 
Republicans are concerned that this would destroy jobs in an already 
troubled economy. We oppose plans that will continue to borrow and 
spend. We believe the American people should keep more of their own 
money and government should limit its own budget.
  Fiscal responsibility must mean we limit spending, not just raise 
taxes in order to build more government. We stand ready to work with 
our colleagues to make these tough decisions.
  In conclusion, God bless our troops, and we will never forget 
September the 11th.

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