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The Congress is virtually incapable of passing any reforms unless they first get permission from the powerful special interests who are most affected by the proposal.

Congress is unable to do the work of the American people because too many politicians believe that compromise means capitulation.

Members of Congress must live according to the same laws as everyone else.

The powers of Congress are totally inadequate to preserve the balance between the respective States, and oblige them to do those things which are essential for their own welfare or for the general good.

Perjury before Congress is perjury to the American people and an affront to the fundamental principles of our republic and the rule of law. Such behavior cannot be tolerated.

There's nothing that irritates Americans more than the fact that some members of Congress think they are entitled to their own set of rules. And it's true - too many people in Washington live in an alternate reality.

And whether it is equal pay, health care, Social Security, or family leave, this Congress has refused to address issues critical to hard-working American women.

The American people should not be footing the bill for federal employees who stonewall Congress or rewarding government officials' bad behavior.

Congress can't take the year off, election or no election.

No one can be considered untouchable on political grounds.