As I've long said, we have a spending problem. It's a shame the President refuses to admit it.
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- The 113th Congress began last week and I've signed on to co-sponsor my first two bills of this Congress. A balanced budget amendment, which our nation desperately needs to get our fiscal house in order, and a bill to defund Planned Parenthood, ensuring federal funds aren't used to for abortions.
- At noon today I will be sworn into the 113th Congress. It's an incredible honor to serve as your Representative.
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Our nation has a spending problem, not a revenue problem. That is why last night I voted against a plan that increased spending by $330 billion and increased taxes by $620 billion. Please read my full statement on my website.- Many of you have reached out to me today about the Fiscal Cliff. The House passed two bills earlier this year to avert this cliff. One dealing with the sequester and one extending tax cuts for all Americans. Unfortunately, the Senate has not voted on or amended either. We are waiting for them so we can proceed.
- A very Merry Christmas from my family to yours. Today, I am thinking of and thankful for all those serving our country at home and abroad. Thank you for all you do and Merry Christmas.
- Brenda and I are heart sick over the tragedy in Connecticut. Our hearts and prayers go out the the children, their families and the entire Sandy Hook community.
- Please join me in wishing a very happy 376th birthday to the National Guard. Thank you for all you do.
- Thanks to the over 9,000 people who joined our telephone town hall tonight. It's always good to hear from so many great East Tennesseans.
- Tonight at 7:00pm I'll be hosting a telephone town hall. If you would like to participate call (877) 229-8493 and use the pin number 17514#.
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