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Chandler Statement on Debt Ceiling Vote

Statement

Date: Aug. 1, 2011
Location: Washington, DC
Issues: Senior Citizens Entitlements and the Safety Net Health Insurance

Congressman Chandler released a statement today on the debt ceiling compromise to avoid a default on U.S. debt:

"Compromise, by definition, means that all parties give up something for the greater good. Although this bill is not perfect, this bipartisan compromise reduces our nation's deficit, cuts federal spending and helps our country avoid a catastrophic economic default. Instead of including extreme plans to turn Medicare into a voucher program, I am pleased the bill includes protections for veterans, Social Security, Medicaid and Medicare beneficiaries as well as a framework for a detailed discussion on further deficit reduction and fiscal priorities."


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