Reconciliation Act Of 2010
Floor Speech
Issues: Government Budget and Spending
Mr. Speaker, as Americans, one of our most sacred and fundamental rights is the right to protest that with which we disagree, and I am encouraged to see Americans exercising that right by joining together at the Capitol to voice their opinion on health care reform. The actions of a few individuals, revealed last week in news reports, who shouted profane and bigoted language at members of Congress, has no place in this debate or any other. These actions are deeply regrettable. Across our nation, Americans have engaged in peaceful demonstrations all across the country voicing their opinions in townhalls, rallies, marches and protests. By engaging in robust, civil debate, we honor the highest and best tradition of our democracy.
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