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It is statesmanlike for the administration and Congress to look to our nation's welfare beyond their terms in office.

Congress must take responsibility for a new positive direction - an innovative agenda that will lead to a more secure America. Secure communities, secure economies, and a secure quality of life.

Providing for the common good, making people feel secure in their communities and homes - this is the central job of government. it's why all of us are here serving our state and our people.

Plain and simple, Congress must act to meet the needs of our constituents. We can do that by strengthening families, increasing the minimum wage, and ensuring equal pay for equal work.

It is necessary to take an active part in politics to observe how often the welfare of the party organization is put before the issues, even before the welfare of the commonwealth.

Welfare's purpose should be to eliminate, as far as possible, the need for its own existence.

It is crucial that members of Congress cast votes that are supportive of the values upon which our nation was founded: equality, freedom, and opportunity for all people.

A liberty subject to law and subordinate to the common welfare.

When it comes to helping make the country strong, we in Congress have an important role to play.

Political parties need to look at the different kinds of support that people may need, suited to their way of life, and provide cost-effective solutions.