Gwen Moore on President Obama's State of the Union Address

Statement

In response to President Obama's State of the Union Address to Congress, Congresswoman Gwen Moore (WI-4) released the following statement:

"The President outlined a clear, bold plan that values American workers and honors their dignity. From his proposal to make two years of community college free for responsible students to his continued focus on middle-class economics. President Obama's speech is indicative of a leader who is committed to addressing the inequities that have plagued our country for generations.

"Americans saw many of their Members of Congress with yellow pencils with them tonight. In the face of the terrorist attack in France, the pencil has become the international symbol in support of free speech. Rather than divide and intimidate us, these vicious attacks have united the international community and prompted a global response in defense of the freedom of expression. I am honored that so many of my congressional colleagues joined me in this tribute to honor those who lost their lives in the pursuit of open ideas and free expression.

"The critical national priorities highlighted in the President's address will not be solved overnight. It will take a bipartisan effort and our collective political will to effectively tackle these important issues. I look across the aisle to my Republican counterparts to work with us -- not against us -- to ensure a brighter economic future for all Americans."

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