Wilson: Democrats Say One Thing, Do Another

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
January 4, 2007

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Wilson: Democrats Say One Thing, Do Another

Congressman Joe Wilson (SC-02) today released the following statement regarding the Democrats’ first 100 hours:

“The old adage ’Hope springs eternal’ is one of my favorites. As Democrats prepare for their first 100 hours of legislative rule, it appears my hopes for fair and open governance will be quelled.

“When Congressman John Boehner campaigned for Majority Leader last year, he pledged to make the legislative process more open and always guarantee the Minority the right to offer substitute amendments. As Leader Boehner noted, offering choice allows the public to decide which proposals they favor.

“Unfortunately, the public will not have the opportunity to hear Republican alternatives to Democratic proposals during the first weeks of the 110th Congress. It is my hope this move is not indicative of the coming two years. After all, when the first 100 hours come to a close, eternal hope remains.”

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