Democrat Agenda Produces Uncertainty and Job Loss
October 21, 2009
IMMEDIATE RELEASE
October 21, 2009
Small Businesses Watch As New Taxes and Mandates Head Their Way
Congressman Joe Wilson (SC-02) delivered the following remarks on the floor of the House of Representatives this morning highlighting how the House Democrat out-of-touch agenda has created uncertainty for small businesses stifling job creation and economic growth. Congressman Wilson recognized a commonsense Republican health insurance reform bill, H.R. 3400 – Empowering Patients First Act – introduced by Congressman Tom Price (R-GA) and championed by the conservative Republican Study Committee.
“Mr. Speaker, Democrat policies in Washington are creating uncertainty across America. This uncertainty is chilling job creation as small businesses have to wait and see when the next tax increase or government mandate is going to arrive. Whether it is more government intrusion into the financial sector, a national energy tax, devaluation of the dollar, or a big government health care takeover, small businesses see a Democrat agenda that is out-of-touch with their needs.
“Further promoting this uncertainty is the Democrats’ refusal to provide the transparency they promised. Long gone are the plans to draft a health care bill in public. Now, those decisions are made behind closed doors. The Democrat leadership is even refusing to hold a vote on a proposal to have all legislation available online for 72 hours.
“We need to say yes on H.R. 3400 health insurance reform. Republicans have a bill for access and affordability. And I urge my Democrat colleagues to consider H.R 3400. In conclusion, God bless our troops, and we will never forget September 11th in the Global War on Terrorism.”
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