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"With the undeniable evidence of this crisis now firmly in the public spotlight, I was hopeful we would finally see a serious effort by Democrats to end the crisis. Instead, they have decided to markup H.R. 3239, a bill that will do absolutely nothing to address the root causes of the crisis, and, in fact, will make it worse. . .
"I hope today’s hearing will focus on ways we can encourage both innovation and competition, both success and growth. These things are not mutually exclusive, but usually go hand in hand to the benefit of consumers and the advancement of our economy."
". . . a lot of political speech today seems made to deepen our divide by highlighting our differences, and that’s cause for sadness. That’s exactly what the rules of decorum in this body are designed to guard against. "We have a choice this afternoon, Mr. Speaker — we can pursue escalation against our fellow Americans, or we can pursue reconciliation on their behalf.
"I look forward to supporting this legislation and urge my colleagues to do so as well.
"This hearing today is really about impeachment even if the hearing title doesn’t admit as much. The title of this hearing is a façade.The question is who’s being duped? Is it the people on the other side of the dais, the lawmakers who have supported impeachment on the record and who believe only impeachment can save America?
"These bills help vital members of communities in my district and across the country, and passage will testify to what this committee can achieve for the American people, on a bipartisan basis, in the important areas of law within our jurisdiction . . . "