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Bennet Statement on Fiscal Cliff Vote

Colorado U.S. Senator Michael Bennet released the following statement regarding the fiscal cliff vote: “Washington once again has lived up to its reputation as the ‘Land of Flickering Lights.’ For four years in my townhall meetings across the state Coloradans have told me they want a plan that materially reduces the deficit.  This proposal does […]

Jan 1, 2013 | Press Releases

Colorado U.S. Senator Michael Bennet released the following statement regarding the fiscal cliff vote:

“Washington once again has lived up to its reputation as the ‘Land of Flickering Lights.’ For four years in my townhall meetings across the state Coloradans have told me they want a plan that materially reduces the deficit.  This proposal does not meet that standard and does not put in place a real process to reduce the debt down the road.  While I do support many of the items in this proposal – for example, extending unemployment insurance, the wind production tax credit and tax cuts for most Americans – I believe they should have come in the context of a comprehensive deficit reduction package.  Without a serious mechanism to reduce the debt, I cannot support this bill.

“Putting the country on a sustainable fiscal path and bringing our debt under control is incredibly important to our economy and our standing in the world and is a top priority for me.   I remain committed to continue working with any Republican or Democrat willing to address this problem in a serious way.  Colorado’s kids deserve no less.”