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Statement on Debt Negotiations

Statement

Date: July 30, 2011
Location: Washington DC
Issues: Senior Citizens Entitlements and the Safety Net

U.S. Senator Daniel K. Akaka issued the following statement tonight:

"It is remarkable that we have come to this point. In my 34 years so far in Congress, I have never seen such gridlock. Servicemembers and veterans, seniors on Social Security and Medicare, those on pensions or unemployment, investors, and millions of other Americans across the country are depending on us. The United States' economy and creditworthiness, and the wellbeing of our families, should not be held hostage to shifting political demands. I am glad that negotiations are continuing, and hopeful that we can reach an acceptable compromise by tomorrow."


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