The Republican Party is in charge. They've been charge of the Congress and spending for 10 years.
Chaka Fattah

I don't know what this definition of affirmative action is for some.
Chaka Fattah

The threat of terrorism is not stronger than the will of the American people.
Chaka Fattah

Now, so, if you want to blame someone for wasteful spending, the Republicans are in the majority.
Chaka Fattah

Without Social Security, poverty rates for African American seniors would more than double.
Chaka Fattah

I will work with my colleagues on both sides of the aisle to preserve the Social Security promise that provides secure retirement benefits for all, especially those who are most at risk such as widows, orphans, and people with disabilities when the need arises.
Chaka Fattah

There are no problems that exist in the District that have been solved elsewhere in the country. Whatever problems exist in this city exist other places.
Chaka Fattah

But if they want to really think about the fiscal future of this country, then think about how we have moved from hundreds of billions of surpluses to hundreds of billions of deficits.
Chaka Fattah